Black Ice Snowflake Clownfish
A snowflake-patterned ocellaris on a darkened base, the white bars broken into irregular drifts. The black deepens considerably as the fish matures.
Feeding
Marine pellets, flake and frozen mysis and brine shrimp. Captive-bred stock accepts prepared food immediately.
Compatibility
Reef safe and peaceful. Keep singly or as a bonded pair; two unpaired adults will fight. Mildly territorial around a chosen host.
Behaviour and personality
Bold, inquisitive and quick to learn feeding routines. Will host in an anemone if present, or adopt a coral or powerhead instead.
Before you buy
An anemone is not required and is considerably harder to keep than the fish. Designer patterns vary between individuals and continue to develop for the first year or so.
| Species | Ocellaris clownfish |
|---|---|
| Color Pattern | Black ice with snowflake-like white bars |
| Maturation | Black deepens with age |
| Feeding Type | Marine pellets, flake, frozen mysis, brine shrimp |
| Compatibility | Reef safe; peaceful; mildly territorial |
FAQ
Can this clownfish live with other fish in a reef tank?
Yes, it is reef safe and peaceful. However, it may become mildly territorial around a chosen host, so keep it singly or as a bonded pair.
Does this fish need an anemone to thrive?
No, an anemone is not required. The fish can adopt a coral or powerhead as a host instead.
How long does it take for the color pattern to fully develop?
Designer patterns vary between individuals and continue to develop for the first year or so.
Bernadette Lawrence –
The Black Ice Snowflake Clownfish is striking and active. It quickly learned to eat the flake food and stayed calm in my reef tank. I didn’t need an anemone, and it settled near a powerhead. Very easy to care for and looks great in the display.
Grace Ogden –
Beautiful pattern, especially when the light hits it. It’s curious and will come to the feeding area. I kept it alone to avoid any fighting. It’s a great addition to a small reef setup.
Kevin Young –
Perfect for a beginner reef keeper. The fish is peaceful and doesn’t stress other inhabitants. It adopted a coral as a host and seems happy. The color develops nicely over time.