Clownfish

Family: Pomacentridae

Size: Up to 15 cm

Distribution: Indian and Pacific Oceans

Food: Algae, zooplankton and crustaceans

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Clownfish live in symbiosis with sea anemones. The clownfish has a protective mucus so it can live among the anemone's arms without getting burned. The clownfish is well protected from enemies of the anemone. The clownfish in turn protects the anemone from its enemies and eats parasites on the anemone. The movements of the fish also help to ensure that more oxygen-rich water reaches the anemone.