Clown Knifefish "Chitala ornata" Size:3"- Clown Knifefish Native to reefs ranging from

Native to reefs ranging from mid-depth to shallow lagoons of the Indo-Pacific and South Pacific

It is a very peaceful species except when housed with other rabbitfish

but has learned to use the pectoral fins to move about the aquarium

The male is generally larger and has pointed dorsal and anal fins as well as being more brightly colored

which will raise the electrolyte levels for fish

Clown Knifefish "Chitala ornata" Size:3"- Clown Knifefish Native to reefs ranging fromOther common names:: are Clown Featherback Fish, Spotted Knifefish, Spotted Featherback Fish, and Clown Knife. The Clown Knifefish, Chitala ornata, is a very popular knifefish. This is partly because of its common availability and being relatively inexpensive. But its also a favorite because it is extremely attractive. They usually have a pattern of large spots, but this can be quite variable and it seems that no two Clown Knifefish are exactly alike.