
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
Shortnose Unicornfish
Purple Tang
Orbiculate Cardinalfish
Kole Tang
Percula Clownfish
Indian Ocean Mimic Tang
Atlantic Blue Tang
Yellow Tang
Seale’s Cardinalfish
Brown Tang
Pajama Cardinalfish
Orange-Lined Cardinalfish
Ocellaris Clownfish
Convict Tang
Achilles Tang
Starry Dragonet
Twospot Cardinalfish
Indian Ocean Sailfin Tang
Banggai Cardinalfish
Overview Endemic to the Banggai Islands of Indonesia, typically inhabiting shallow reefs and seagrass beds. Recognizable for its distinctive silver body, bold black vertical stripes, and white spots. Calm and peaceful nature, making it suitable for community reef...