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.
Sargassum Triggerfish
Antennata Lionfish
Queen Triggerfish
Blue Throat Triggerfish
Blackbelly Triggerfish
Mombasa Lionfish
Phantom Bannerfish
Atlantic Spadefish
Marine Betta
Orange Skunk Clownfish
Maldives Clownfish
Rectangle Triggerfish
Zebra Lionfish
Seale’s Cardinalfish
Halfmoon Triggerfish
Arabian Picasso Triggerfish
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...
Masked Bannerfish
Half Black Angelfish
Clown Triggerfish
Pink Skunk Clownfish
Clarkii Clownfish
Red Lionfish
Dwarf Lionfish
Twospot Cardinalfish
Orbiculate Cardinalfish
Picasso Triggerfish
Maroon Clownfish
Overview Native to the Indo-Pacific, commonly inhabiting coral reefs and lagoon areas. Recognizable by its deep maroon coloration with distinctive white or yellowish vertical bands. Known for bold personality, territorial nature, and striking appearance. Popular among...
Longfin Bannerfish
Herald’s Angelfish
Orange-Lined Cardinalfish
