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.
Ward’s Sleeper Goby
Yellowhead Jawfish
Overview Found in the western Atlantic Ocean, including the Caribbean Sea. Known for their bright yellow head and elongated body. They have a large mouth and are often seen hovering near their burrows. Yellowhead jawfish are peaceful and have a distinctive behavior of...
Long-Spined Pufferfish
Hawaiian Whitespotted Toby
Wheeler’s Shrimp Goby
Diamond Goby
Bicolor Anthias
Overview Native to the Indo-Pacific, commonly inhabiting coral reefs and reef slopes. Known for its vibrant coloration with males showcasing a striking mix of pink and orange, while females exhibit a softer yellowish-orange color. A schooling species, prized for its...
Rosenblatt’s Jawfish
Pink Speckled Shrimp Goby
Coral Beauty Angelfish
Marine Betta
Immaculate Pufferfish
Periophthalma Shrimp Goby
The Golden Head Sleeper Goby
Carberry’s Anthias
Yellow Watchman Goby
Starry Pufferfish
Steinitz’s Shrimp Goby
Blackray Shrimp Goby
Bartlett’s Anthias
Overview Native to the Pacific Ocean, particularly common in coral reefs around the Marshall Islands and the Central Pacific. Features a striking coloration with vibrant yellow body, purplish-red upper half, and striking lavender highlights on fins. A schooling...
Decorated Goby
Pineapplefish
Crowned Toby
Black-Spotted Pufferfish
Narrow-Lined Pufferfish
Spotted shrimp goby
Twin-Spot Goby
Sharknose Goby
Valentini Puffer
White-Spotted Pufferfish
Randall’s Shrimp Goby
Fathead Sunburst Anthias
Longnose Filefish
Curious Wormfish
Half Black Angelfish
Compressed Toby
Guineafowl Pufferfish
Masked Pufferfish
Diagonal Shrimp Goby
Yellowstripe Anthias
Overview Native to the Indo-Pacific, commonly found on coral-rich reef slopes and drop-offs. Recognizable by its vibrant purple body with a distinctive bright yellow stripe running along its dorsal region. A schooling species admired for its striking colors and active...
Yellow Clown Goby
Caribbean Sharpnose Puffer
Rainford’s Goby
Wide-Banded Shrimp Goby
Purple Queen Anthias
Overview Native to the Indo-Pacific region, typically inhabiting outer reef slopes and deep coral reef environments. Characterized by its stunning lavender-purple coloration with subtle yellow accents on fins and face. Known for active schooling behavior and striking...
Goldspecs Jawfish
Overview Found in various marine environments worldwide. Known for their characteristic large mouths and burrowing behavior. They have elongated bodies and are often colorful. Jawfish are peaceful and have a distinctive behavior of building and inhabiting burrows....
Neon Goby
Herald’s Angelfish
Ambon Puffer
Map Pufferfish
