15 Interesting Facts About Adorable Clownfish (With Pictures)

Clownfish are a popular species of saltwater fish. Did you know that clownfish can dance? They also swim weird and attack divers. This list takes a look at interesting facts about clownfish that you probably didn’t know.

7. Females are the dominant fish over male clownfish Scientists and researches who have observed clownfish have noticed that female clownfish are usually the most dominant fish in a group setting. In studies done, once the dominant female fish dies or goes away, the next fish to become dominant is also a female fish. These studies have also shown that female clownfish will prevent their males from turning into females. Female fish also tend to be larger and more aggressive than males. Body mass differences could be due to some reasons. They don't get the same amount of food as their female counterparts do. Some males are also born without reproductive features and are smaller in body mass from the start.