C/B Mocha Vinci Clown Fish- Single

Mocha Vinci Clownfish (Amphiprion ocellaris variant)
​Overview
​The Mocha Vinci Clownfish is a stunning, captive-bred captive variant that blends the rich, warm coloration of a Mocha Clownfish with the dramatic, swirling pattern of a DaVinci line. This designer fish is highly sought after for its unique aesthetics, hardiness, and engaging personality, making it a perfect centerpiece for both nano tanks and large reef aquariums.

​Appearance & Genetics
​The Coloration: A beautiful genetic cross between a standard Orange Ocellaris and a Black Ocellaris. As juveniles, they exhibit a warm, deep orange-brown hue. As they mature, their coloration deepens into a rich, dark chocolate or espresso brown, contrasting beautifully with a bright orange face and fins.

​The Pattern: Inherited from the DaVinci lineage, their white bars are fluid and wavy rather than straight. Depending on the grade (Grade A to Extreme), these swirling white bars will seamlessly connect across the body, creating completely unique, abstract patterns on every individual fish.

​Quick Care Parameters

Parameter Ideal Range
Minimum Tank Size20 Gallons (for a pair)
Water Temperature74°F to 80°F
Specific Gravity (Salinity)1.021 to 1.026
pH Range8.1 to 8.4
Care LevelEasy / Beginner Friendly
TemperamentSemi-aggressive (peaceful if paired)

Diet & Feeding
​Mocha Vincis are exceptionally hardy eaters and accept a wide variety of aquarium foods. To maintain their rich chocolate and vibrant orange coloration, offer a varied diet:
​High-quality marine pellets and flakes.
​Mysis shrimp, brine shrimp, and chopped krill.
​Foods enriched with carotenoids and spirulina to enhance color vibrancy.

​Behavior & Reef Compatibility
​Reef Safe: 100% reef safe. They will not bother corals, clams, or other invertebrates.
​Anemone Hosting: Like all A. ocellaris, they do not strictly require an anemone to thrive. However, they will readily host in Bubble Tip Anemones (Entacmaea quadricolor), Magnificent Anemones (Heteractis magnifica), or alternative corals like Torch corals, Torch-style LPS, or soft leather corals.

​Pairing: They can be kept singly or in pairs. To establish a pair, introduce a smaller juvenile to an established larger fish; the larger individual will transition into the dominant female.

​Hobbyist Tip: Because Mocha Vincis are tank-bred, they are incredibly resilient to common shipping stress and adapt to artificial aquarium environments and prepared foods much faster than wild-caught specimens.