
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
Yellow Tang
Sargassum Triggerfish
Ward’s Sleeper Goby
The Golden Head Sleeper Goby
Twin-Spot Goby
Shortnose Unicornfish
Saddled Basslet
Brazilian Basslet
Sharknose Goby
Yellow Clown Goby
Yellow Watchman Goby
Saddleback Clownfish
Cinnamon Clownfish
Tomato Clownfish
Saddleback Clownfish or Fire Clownfish
Rainford’s Goby or Court Jester Goby
Wheeler’s Shrimp Goby
Steinitz’s Shrimp Goby
Randall’s Shrimp Goby
Wide-Banded Shrimp Goby
Whitecheek Tang
Purple Tang
Brown Tang
Indian Ocean Sailfin Tang
Blue Throat Triggerfish
Diamond Goby
Blackray Shrimp Goby
Harlequin Bass
Arabian Picasso Triggerfish
Blue Tang
Decorated Goby
Barred Hamlet
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 environments...