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.
Redcoat Squirrelfish
Zebra Lionfish
Vagabond Butterflyfish
Rainford’s Butterflyfish
Threadfin Butterflyfish
Mombasa Lionfish
Horned Bannerfish
Pacific Double-Saddle Butterflyfish
Merten’s Butterflyfish
Burgess’ Butterflyfish
Coral Beauty Angelfish
Red Lionfish
Dwarf Lionfish
Teardrop Butterflyfish
Spotband Butterflyfish
Hawaiian Squirrelfish
Longnose Filefish
Pennant Bannerfish
Golden Butterflyfish
Blackback Butterflyfish
Blacktail Butterflyfish
Russell’s Lionfish
Fu Manchu Lionfish
Tinker’s Butterflyfish
Raccoon Butterflyfish
Crown Squirrelfish
Darkfin Soldierfish
Overview Found in the Indo-Pacific region. Known for their reddish coloration and deep body shape, typical of soldierfish. They have large eyes, adapted for nocturnal activity. Shadowfin soldierfish are often found in caves or under ledges. Feeding They are nocturnal...
Big Longnose Butterflyfish
Latticed Butterflyfish
Lined Butterflyfish
