Popular Saltwater Fish Species for your Aquarium
Here are some of the most popular saltwater fish species that are commonly kept in aquariums, each with unique characteristics and care requirements.
A common rule of thumb for how many marine fish you can keep in an aquarium is to allow 1 inch of fish per gallon of water; however, this can vary depending on the specific fish species and their size, with reef tanks generally requiring even more space per fish due to their larger waste output and need for swimming room.
Sailfin Tang
Azure Damselfish
Sohal Tang
Indian Ocean Sailfin Tang
One Spot Foxface Rabbitfish
Blackbelly Triggerfish
Blue Tang
Naso Tang
Overview Found in the Indo-Pacific region. Known for their distinctive appearance, including a prominent nose horn (more developed in males) and vibrant coloration. They have a laterally compressed body and a lunate tail. Naso tangs are active swimmers and often seen...
Mimic Tang
Powder Brown Surgeonfish
Sargassum Triggerfish
Shortnose Unicornfish
Whitecheek Tang
Blue Throat Triggerfish
Magnificent Rabbitfish
Arabian Picasso Triggerfish
Longnose Filefish
Clown Triggerfish
Orange Shoulder Tang
Atlantic Blue Tang
Barhead Spinefoot
Barred Soapfish
Purple Tang
Halfmoon Triggerfish
Orange-Spotted Spinefoot
Picasso Triggerfish
Helfrich’s Firefish
Indian Ocean Mimic Tang
Lined Surgeonfish
Achilles Tang
Rectangle Triggerfish
Queen Triggerfish
Brown Tang
Foxface Rabbitfish
Coral Rabbitfish
Jewel Damselfish
Overview Found in the Indo-Pacific region, especially around coral reefs, lagoons, and reef flats. Displays an iridescent blue body with jewel-like spots, which become more pronounced under reef lighting. Territorial and bold, especially as it matures, making it...
Bluespine Unicorn Tang
Overview Found in the Indo-Pacific region. Known for their distinctive long horn-like protrusion on their forehead, which develops with age. They have a laterally compressed body and a lunate tail. Unicorn tangs are active swimmers and often seen grazing on algae....
Convict Tang
