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.
Spotted Wrasse
Longnose Filefish
Yellow Boxfish
Overview Found in the Indo-Pacific region. Known for their box-like shape and distinctive coloration, which is often bright yellow with black spots in juveniles, turning to a more subdued color in adults. They have a rigid, bony carapace that covers their body. Smooth...
Hawaiian Cleaner Wrasse
Overview Found in the Indo-Pacific region. Known for their role in cleaning other fish by removing parasites. They have a slender body and a distinctive swimming pattern. Cleaner wrasses establish cleaning stations on the reef. Feeding They are primarily carnivores....
Bicolor Cleaner Wrasse
