Amphiprion mccullochi Whitley, 1929

Taxonomy and Naming

Amphiprion mccullochi, formally described by Whitley in 1929, has a dark brown body with a pale snout, a white bar on each side of the head that does not connect across the top of the head, and a pale tail.

Juvenile Coloration

Juveniles of this species have two white bars, along with yellow edges on their pectoral fins.

Fin Ray and Spine Count

This anemonefish has 10 dorsal spines, 2 anal spines, 15 to 17 dorsal soft rays, and 13 to 14 anal soft rays.

Maximum Size

Individuals grow to a maximum total length of 12 cm, which equals 4 and 3/4 inches.

Species Distribution

This species is endemic to the southwestern Pacific Ocean, where it occurs only at Lord Howe Island, Middleton Reef, Elizabeth Reef, and Norfolk Island.