
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
Smith’s Fangblenny
Marcos’ Wrasse
Pyramid Butterflyfish
Yellow Longnose Butterflyfish
Seale’s Cardinalfish
Brown Tang
Pajama Cardinalfish
Peacock Wrasse
Leopard Blenny
Lubbock’s Fairy Wrasse
Convict Tang
Achilles Tang
Yellow Tang
Fourline Wrasse
Singular Bannerfish
Zigzag Wrasse
Red Sea Mimic Blenny
Twospot Cardinalfish
Indian Ocean Sailfin Tang
Lawnmower Blenny
Cleaner Wrasse
Midas Blenny
Klein’s Butterflyfish
Powder Blue Surgeonfish
Tobacco Basslet
Goldspot Blenny
Red Sea bannerfish
Tail-spot wrasse
Solar Fairy Wrasse
Threadfin Cardinalfish
Peacock Wrasse
Filamented Flasher Wrasse
Overview Native to the Western Pacific Ocean. Known for the elongated filaments on the dorsal fin of males, used in their flashing displays. Small and slender-bodied, with vibrant coloration that intensifies during courtship. Peaceful and active, preferring reef...