Thielle's anemonefish
📖 Overview
Habitat information unavailable. Oviparous, distinct pairing during breeding . Eggs are demersal and adhere to the substrate . Males guard and aerate the eggs . Breeding in captivity is possible .
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 10 - 11; Dorsal soft rays (total): 16; Anal spines: 2; Anal soft rays: 14. : fusiform / normal; Cross section: compressed.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Thielle's anemonefish is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Thielle's anemonefish is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Oviparous, distinct pairing during breeding . Eggs are demersal and adhere to the substrate . Males guard and aerate the eggs . Also Ref. 7471.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; reef-associated; non-migratory; depth range 2 - 10 m . Tropical; 24°C - 26°C Central Pacific: described from two aquarium dealer specimen believed to have originated in the vicinity of Cebu, Philippines.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🍽️ Edibility & Flavour
"Amphiprion Thiellei is an edible species."
- Clear, bright eyes — cloudy eyes indicate age
- Firm flesh that springs back when pressed
- Fresh ocean smell, never strong or ammonia-like
- Bright red or pink gills, not grey or brown
- Shiny, moist skin with scales tightly attached
- Cloudy or sunken eyes
- Strong fishy or ammonia odour
- Soft, mushy flesh that doesn't spring back
- Discoloured or dry flesh
⚡ Nutrition
Detailed nutritional data for Thielle's anemonefish is currently being compiled from USDA FoodData Central.
🔬 Mercury Safety
Mercury data for Thielle's anemonefish has not yet been assigned. Please consult FDA/EPA guidance for general seafood safety advice.
🌿 Sustainability
🔍 Similar Species
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