A vast number of freshwater species have successfully adapted to live in aquariums. This list gives some examples of the most common species found in home aquariums.

Catfish

Armored catfish including Aspidoras, Brochis, Callichthys, and Corydoras
Common name Scientific name Image Size Remarks Tank size Temperature range pH range
Brown-Point Shield SkinAspidoras fuscoguttatus3.8 cm

(1.5 in)

30 Gallons22–25 °C (72–77 °F)[1]5.5–6.8[1]
Aspidoras Cory-CatAspidoras lakoi4 cm (1.6 in)[2] 28 Gallons22–25 °C (72–77 °F)
Loach catfishAspidoras rochai4 cm (1.6 in) maximum length[3] 20 Gallons21 - 25 degrees Celsius[3] 6.0-7.5[3]
Sixray corydoras, false corydorasAspidoras pauciradiatus2.9 cm (1.1 in)[4] 20 Gallons73–82 °F (23–28 °C)6.0-7.2[4]
Britski's catfishBrochis britskii8.9 cm (3.5 in) 20–24 °C (68–75 °F)6.5-7.2[5]
Emerald catfishBrochis splendens10 cm (3.9 in) The Emerald Cory Catfish is a very hardy and resilient fish.  Disease should not be a concern provided that you maintain the aquarium to standards.[6]20 Gallons72 - 82 F (22 - 27.7 C)[6]5.8-8.0[7]
Hognosed brochisBrochis multiradiatus6.6 cm (2.6 in) 70-75 °F (21-24 °C)6.0-7.2
Adolfo's catfish/corydorasCorydoras adolfoi5.7 cm (2.2 in) 72–79 °F (22–26 °C)6.0-7.0
Banded corydorasScleromystax barbatus10 cm (3.9 in) 68 °F (20 °C) to 82 °F (28 °C) 6.0–8.0
Masked corydoras, bandit corydorasCorydoras metae4.8 cm (1.9 in) 72–79 °F (22–26 °C)6.0-7.0
Barred-tail corydorasCorydoras cochui
2.5 cm (0.98 in) 70-75 °F6.0 - 7.0
Blackstripe corydorasCorydoras bondi4.7 cm (1.9 in)
Blacktop corydorasCorydoras acutus4.4 cm (1.7 in)
Blue corydorasCorydoras nattereri5.4 cm (2.1 in)
Bluespotted corydorasCorydoras melanistius5.1 cm (2.0 in)
Bronze corydoras, Emerald green coryCorydoras aeneus6.35 cm (2.50 in) 77 to 82 °F (25 to 28 °C)
CarachaCorydoras atropersonatus4.5 cm (1.8 in)
Ehrhardt's corydorasCorydoras ehrhardti4.1 cm (1.6 in)
Evelyn's coryCorydoras evelynae4 cm (1.6 in)
Corydoras geoffroy7 cm (2.8 in)
Corydoras latus5.2 cm (2.0 in)
Loxozonus coryCorydoras loxozonus4.9 cm (1.9 in)
Corydoras nainCorydoras nanus4.5 cm (1.8 in)
Long nosed arched coryCorydoras narcissus6.5 cm (2.6 in)
Corydoras ornatus4.9 cm (1.9 in)
Corydoras osteocarus4 cm (1.6 in)
Corydoras polystictus3.2 cm (1.3 in)
Scleromystax prionotos5.3 cm (2.1 in)
Corydoras semiaquilus6.0 cm (2.4 in)
Corydoras septentrionalis4.9 cm (1.9 in)
Corydoras simulatus4.9 cm (1.9 in)
Corydoras undulatus4.4 cm (1.7 in)
Dwarf corydorasCorydoras hastatus3.5 cm (1.4 in)
Elegant corydorasCorydoras elegans5.1 cm (2.0 in)
False network catfishCorydoras sodalis4.9 cm (1.9 in)
False spotted catfishCorydoras leucomelas4.5 cm (1.8 in)
Gold laser coryCorydoras melanotaenia5.8 cm (2.3 in)
Guapore corydorasCorydoras guapore4.1 cm (1.6 in)
Mosaic corydoras, reticulated corydorasCorydoras haraldschultzi5.9 cm (2.3 in)[8]
Mosaic corydoras, reticulated corydorasCorydoras reticulatus5.1–6.1 cm (2.0–2.4 in)
Panda corydorasCorydoras panda3.8–5.1 cm (1.5–2.0 in) 6.0-8.0[9]
Pastaza corydorasCorydoras pastazensis6.4–7.1 cm (2.5–2.8 in)
Peppered corydoras, salt and pepper catfishCorydoras paleatus5.1–7.6 cm (2.0–3.0 in)
Pink corydorasCorydoras axelrodi4–5 cm (1.5–2 in)
Pygmy corydorasCorydoras pygmaeus2.5–3.3 cm (0.98–1.30 in) A very peaceful species, that does not make an ideal community fish due to its small adult size. It is easily intimidated by larger tank mates and will not compete well with them for food.[10]42.4 L (11 gal)[10]72 to 79 °F (22 to 26 °C)[10]6.4 to 7.4[10]
Sailfin corydorasScleromystax macropterus
Salt and pepper catfish/corydorasCorydoras habrosus2.5–3.6 cm (0.98–1.42 in)
Schwartz's catfishCorydoras schwartzi3.8–5.1 cm (1.5–2.0 in)
Spotted corydoras, longnose corydorasCorydoras ambiacus5.1–6.1 cm (2.0–2.4 in)
Sterba's corydorasCorydoras sterbai6.8 cm (2.7 in)[11]
Sychr's catfishCorydoras sychri
Tailspot corydorasCorydoras caudimaculatus4–5 cm (1.5–2 in)
Threestripe corydoras, leopard catfish, false julii coryCorydoras trilineatus6.1 cm (2.4 in)[12]
Xingu corydorasCorydoras xinguensis3.8–5.1 cm (1.5–2.0 in)
Julii corydorasCorydoras julii5.1–6.4 cm (2.0–2.5 in)
Flagtail catfish Dianema urostriatum
12.5 centimetres (4.9 in) 77–82 °F (25–28 °C) 6.0-8.0
CascarudoCallichthys callichthys20 cm (7.9 in) 64–83 °F (18–28 °C). 5.8-8.3
Spotted hoploMegalechis thoracata15 cm (5.9 in) 64–83 °F (18–28 °C). 6-8
Armored suckermouth catfish (plecos, oto, and whiptail)
Common name Scientific name Image Size Remarks Tank size Temperature range pH range
Bristlenose pleco, bushynose plecoAncistrus sp.13 cm (5 in)[13] The bristlenose genus has at least 59 identified species and many others yet to be named.[14] Males and female both have long "bristles" on their nose, the males having distinctly longer ones.72-84 F (20-27 C)
Gold nugget plecoBaryancistrus sp.77-86 F (25-30 C)
Whiptail catfishRineloricaria sp.12 cm (4.7 in)It is a peaceful fish that is best kept in good sized groups (6+) in a mature tank with plenty of shady hiding spots amongst plants, driftwood, slate caves, and PVC pipes.[15]75-82 F (24-28 C)[15]6.0-7.2[15]
Twig catfishFarlowella sp.
PanaquePanaque sp.
Pineapple pleco, orange cheek plecoPseudorinelepis sp.
Common pleco, suckermouth catfish, Amazon sailfin catfishPterygoplichthys pardalis49 cm (19 in)
Common pleco, suckermouth catfishHypostomus punctatus
Common pleco, suckermouth catfishHypostomus plecostomus50 cm (20 in)Adults can become very territorial and aggressive towards each other. It is difficult to keep 2 adult common plecos together.[16]72-86 F (22-30 C)[16]6.5-7.5[16]
Leopard sailfin pleco, clown sailfin plecoPterygoplichthys gibbiceps
Zebra pleco, L-046Hypancistrus zebra3-5 in One of the most popular Hypancistrus species.

Endangered.[17]

Sailfin catfishPterygoplichthys multiradiatus
Golden dwarf sucker, golden otoOtocinclus macrospilus3.5 cm
Zebra dwarf sucker, zebra otoOtocinclus cocama
Clown Pleco ( L104, L162, and LDA22)[18] Panaqolus maccus 8.8 cm (3.5 in)[19] primary diet consists of wood, in aquaria this is provided in the source of drift wood. Will appreciate blanched vegetables, and/ or algae (wafer or live)[18] 20 gal[20][21] 23.0-28.0 °C or 73.4-82.4 °F[18] 6.8 - 7.6[18]
Long-whiskered catfish
Common name Scientific name Image Size Remarks Tank size Temperature range pH range
Bolt catfishAguarunichthys torosus35 cm (14 in)
Gold Zebra catfishBrachyplatystoma juruense60 cm (24 in)
Zebra shovelnoseBrachyplatystoma tigrinum60 cm (24 in)
Vulture Catfish, zamuritoCalophysus macropterus 40 cm (16 in)
Leiarius marmoratus100 cm (39 in)
Leiarius pictus60 cm (24 in)
Redtail catfishPhractocephalus hemioliopterus120 cm (3.9 ft)Needs at least a 2,600 US gallons (9,800 L) tank when mature, even though this does not provide them with the space to show their natural behaviour.[22]70–79 °F (21–26 °C)[22] 6.0–7.5[22]
Spotted pimelodus, pictus, pictus catfishPimelodus pictus30 cm (12 in)
Ornate PimelodusPimelodus ornatus38.5 cm (1.26 ft)Similar to catfish but not in the same genus
Sturgeon catfishPlatystomatichthys sturio40 cm (1.3 ft)
Barred sorubimPseudoplatystoma fasciatum104 cm (3.41 ft)
Tiger sorubimPseudoplatystoma tigrinum130 cm (4.3 ft)
Firewood catfish, (planiceps) shovelnose catfishSorubimichthys planiceps178 cm (70 in)
Lima shovelnose catfishSorubium lima40 cm (1.3 ft)
Squeakers and upside-down catfish
Common name Scientific name Image Size Remarks Tank size Temperature range pH range
Cuckoo squeakerSynodontis multipunctatus27.5 cm (10.8 in)
Decorated squeakerSynodontis decorus
Even-Spotted squeakerSynodontis petricola10 cm (3.9 in)
Featherfin squeakerSynodontis eupterus
Lake Malawi synoSynodontis njassae
Polka dot synoSynodontis angelicus
Common syno, false upside-down catfishSynodontis nigrita
Upside-down catfishSynodontis nigriventris9.6 cm (3.8 in)S. nigriventris prefers bottom feeding on Tubifex (or similar worms), but its main diet consists of algae.[23] The blotched upside-down catfish is well suited to aquariums because of its small size (typically 9 or 10 cm or less) and peaceful demeanor. 72–82 °F (22–28 °C)[24]6.0 - 7.5[24]
Other catfish
Common name Scientific name Image Size Remarks Tank size Temperature range pH range
Three-striped African catfishPareutropius buffei11.5 cm (4.5 in)
Giraffe catfishAuchenoglanis occidentalis70 cm (28 in)
Electric catfishMalapterurus electricus122 cm (48 in)
Black lancer catfishBagrichthys macracanthus25 cm (9.8 in)
Harlequin lancer catfishBagroides melapterus30 cm (12 in)
Crystal-eyed catfishHemibagrus wyckii71 cm (28 in)
Asian redtail catfishHemibagrus wyckioides130 cm (51 in)
Shadow catfishHyalobagrus flavus4.5 cm (1.8 in)
Mystus bimaculatus6.5 cm (2.6 in)
Dwarf bumblebee catfishPseudomystus leiacanthus6 cm (2.4 in)
Asian bumblebee catfishPseudomystus siamensis15 cm (5.9 in)
Dinema catfishBelodontichthys dinema100 cm (39 in).
Glass catfishKryptopterus vitreolus8 cm (3.1 in).
Striped glass catfishKryptopterus macrocephalus10 cm (3.9 in).
Borneo glass catfishOmpok eugeneiatus16.5 cm (6.5 in).
Striped wallago catfishWallago leerii150 cm (59 in).
Chocolate frogmouth catfishChaca bankanensis20 cm (7.9 in)
Asian banjo catfishAcrochordonichthys rugosus11 cm (4.3 in)
Walking catfishClarias batrachus50 cm (19.5 in)The albino form is common in the aquarium trade. This fish can survive out of the water and "walk" as long as kept wet, for a very long time.[25]
Stinging catfishHeteropneustes fossilis30 cm (12 in)
Sun catfishHorabagrus brachysoma45 cm (18 in)
Iridescent sharkPangasianodon hypophthalmus130 cm (51 in)
Chao Phraya giant shark, giant pangasiusPangasius sanitwongsei300 cm (120 in)
Colombian shark catfishAriopsis seemanni35 cm (14 in)
Blue whale catfishCetopsis coecutiens27 cm (11 in)
Banjo catfishBunocephalus coracoideus14 cm (5.5 in)
Striped raphael catfishPlatydoras armatulus43 cm (17 in)
Spotted raphael catfishAgamyxis pectinifrons15 cm (5.9 in)
Bottlenose catfishAgeneiosus marmoratus18.5 cm (7.3 in)
Gulper catfishAsterophysus batrachus25 cm (9.8 in)
Midnight catfishAuchenipterichthys coracoideus10 cm (3.9 in)
Oil catfishCentromochlus perugiae5 cm (2.0 in)
Jaguar catfishLiosomadoras oncinus17 cm (6.7 in)
Pygmy driftwood catfishTrachelyichthys exilis8 cm (3.1 in)
Trachelyopterus fisheri28 cm (11 in)

Characins and other characiformes

Tetras
Common name Scientific name Image Size Remarks Tank size Temperature range pH range
Black phantom tetraHyphessobrycon megalopterus3.6 cm (1.4 in)[26]The black phantom tetra enjoy being in groups of 6 or more and a slightly shaded tank. Males may claim small territories and occasionally minor battles may occur. The Phantom tetra goes well with other tetras of similar size. They also prefer floating plants.[27]
Black neon tetraHyphessobrycon herbertaxelrodi3.2 cm (1.3 in)[28]
Black tetra, skirt tetraGymnocorymbus ternetzi5 cm (2.0 in)A highly spirited fish that may occasionally chase its own species as well as harass slow moving fish with long fins. This fish is very hardy and can stand a variety of water qualities. Disease is not a big problem with the black tetra. The black tetra is also known as the black skirt tetra. The female black tetra is more robust and larger than the male.[29]
Black morpho tetraPoecilocharax weitzmani5 cm (2.0 in)
Bleeding heart tetraHyphessobrycon erythrostigma6.5 cm (2.6 in)The bleeding heart tetra is distinguished by the small red spot on both sides of the fish. This fish is very prone to diseases, and can grow larger than most tetra species.[30]
Bloodfin tetraAphyocharax anisitsi5 cm (2.0 in)
Blue tetraKnodus borki5 cm (2.0 in)
Bucktooth tetraExodon paradoxus5 cm (2.0 in)
Buenos Aires tetraHyphessobrycon anisitsi7.5 cm (3.0 in)
Cardinal tetraParacheirodon axelrodi5 cm (2.0 in)Similar to the Neon Tetra, but slightly larger and doesn't prefer to school as much. They need much larger tanks, although their temperament is similar.[31]
Cave tetra, blind tetraAstyanax mexicanus12 cm (4.7 in)The cave tetra is the blind cave form of the Mexican tetra. This tetra prefers low to moderate lighting.[32]
Diamond tetraMoenkhausia pittieri6 cm (2.4 in)
Ember tetraHyphessobrycon amandae2 cm (0.79 in)Ember tetras have been known to live ten years or more. May become stressed by the presence of larger fish.[33] 50 liters (13 U.S. gal)[34] 24–28 °C (75–82 °F)[34] 5 - 7 pH[34]
Emperor tetraNematobrycon palmeri5 cm (2.0 in)
Flame tetraHyphessobrycon flammeus2.5 cm (0.98 in)
Garnet tetra, pretty tetraHemigrammus pulcher6.5 cm (2.6 in)
Glass bloodfin tetraPrionobrama filigera6 cm (2.4 in)
Glowlight tetraHemigrammus erythrozonus3.75 cm (1.48 in)
Golden pristella tetraPristella maxillaris5 cm (2.0 in)
Green neon tetraParacheirodon simulans2.5 cm (0.98 in)Similar to Neon Tetras and Cardinal Tetras, they are the same to Neon Tetras beside having a green tiny near their top dorsal fin[35]
Head and tail light tetraHemigrammus ocellifer4 cm (1.6 in)
January tetraHemigrammus hyanuary4 cm (1.6 in)
Lemon tetraHyphessobrycon pulchripinnis5 cm (2.0 in)
Neon tetraParacheirodon innesi3.75 cm (1.48 in)Neon tetras must be kept in groups of at least a half-dozen, as they are a shoaling species. With peaceful dispositions, they are also able to be kept with other species of non-aggressive fish.[36] 38 L (10 gal)[36] 68 to 79 F (20 to 26 C)[36] 6.0–7.0[37]
Ornate tetraHyphessobrycon bentosi4.5 cm (1.8 in)
Penguin tetra, blackline penguinfishThayeria boehlkei6.5 cm (2.6 in)
Red Eye tetraMoenkhausia sanctaefilomenae4 cm (1.6 in)
Red phantom tetraHyphessobrycon sweglesi4.5 cm (1.8 in)
Rosy tetraHyphessobrycon rosaceus4 cm (1.6 in)
Royal tetraInpaichthys kerri3.5 cm (1.4 in)Possesses an adipose fin allowing it to be differentiated from the Emperor tetra [38]
Rummy-nose tetraHemigrammus rhodostomus5 cm (2.0 in)This common name is used for three different species of schooling fish with similar patterns: Hemigrammus rhodostomus, Hemigrammus bleheri, and Petitella georgiae.
Splash tetraCopella arnoldi5.5 cm (2.2 in)
Serpae tetraHyphessobrycon serpae4.5 cm (1.8 in)
Silvertip tetraHasemania nana3 cm (1.2 in)
X-ray tetraPristella maxillaris4.5 cm (1.8 in)Also just called the X-ray fish.
Congo tetraPhenacogrammus interruptus7.5 cm (3.0 in)Peaceful but may scare shy species with its active swimming and large adult size. Recommended for most community tanks however. Do not keep congo tetras with fin-nipping species as the spectacular fins of the males will be destroyed.[39] 108 L (28.5 gal)[39] 73-82 °F (23-28 °C)[39] 6.0-7.5[39]
Jellybean tetraLadigesia roloffi3 cm (1.2 in)
Long-fin tetraBrycinus longipinnis12.5 cm (4.9 in)
Niger tetraArnoldichthys spilopterus10 cm (3.9 in)
Yellow-tailed Congo tetraAlestopetersius caudalis6 cm (2.4 in)
Hatchetfish
Common name Scientific name Image Size Remarks Tank size Temperature range pH range
Common hatchetfishGasteropelecus sternicla4 cm (1.6 in)Requires a varied diet including fruit flies[40][41]
Marbled hatchetfishCarnegiella strigata5 cm (2.0 in)Requires a varied diet including fruit flies[41][40]
Black-winged hatchetfishCarnegiella marthae4 cm (1.6 in)
Pygmy hatchetfishCarnegiella myersi2.2 cm (0.87 in)
Pencil fishes
Common name Scientific name Image Size Remarks Tank size Temperature range pH range
Golden pencilfishNannostomus beckfordi6 cm (2.4 in)
Hockeystick pencilfishNannostomus eques3.5 cm (1.4 in)
Barred pencilfishNannostomus espei3 cm (1.2 in)
Dwarf pencilfishNannostomus marginatus2.5 cm (0.98 in)
Coral-red pencilfishNannostomus mortenthaleri3 cm (1.2 in)
Nannostomus nigrotaeniatus3 cm (1.2 in)
Three-lined pencilfishNannostomus trifasciatus3 cm (1.2 in)
One-lined PencilfishNannostomus unifasciatus 4 cm (1.6 in)
Serrasalminae (pacus, piranhas, and silver dollars)
Common name Scientific name Image Size Remarks Tank size Temperature range pH range
Silver dollarMetynnis argenteus15 cm (5.9 in)The name "silver dollar" may also refer to Metynnis hypsauchen, Metynnis maculatus, or other related fishes.
Schreitmuller's metynnisMetynnis hypsauchen14 cm (5.5 in)
Red-bellied pacuColossoma bidens120 cm (3.9 ft) 78–82 °F (26–28 °C)
Red piranhaPygocentrus nattereri33 cm (13 in)
Disk tetraMyleus schomburgkii40 cm (16 in) 23 °C to 27 °C 5.0–7.0
Other Characins
Common name Scientific name Image Size Remarks Tank size Temperature range pH range
African pike characinHepsetus odoe
Goliath tigerfishHydrocynus goliath133 cm (52 in)
Hujeta garCtenolucius hujeta25 cm (9.8 in)
Kissing prochilodus, flagtail ProchilodusSemaprochilodus insignis27.5 cm (10.8 in)
Marbled headstanderAbramites hypselonotus14 cm (5.5 in)[42]
Banded leporinusLeporinus fasciatus27 cm (11 in)
Striped headstanderAnostomus anostomus16 cm (6.3 in)
Six-banded distichodusDistichodus sexfasciatus75 cm (30 in)
PayaraHydrolycus scomberoides117 cm (46 in)
Pink-tail chalceusChalceus macrolepidotus25 cm (9.8 in)
Red wolf fishErythrinus erythrinus20 cm (7.9 in)
Red tail barracudaAcestrorhynchus falcatus30 cm (12 in)
Spotted headstanderChilodus punctatus8 cm (3.1 in)

Cichlids

Lake Malawi cichlids
Common name Scientific name Image Size Remarks Tank size Temperature range pH range
Sunshine peacock cichlidAulonocara baenschi15 cm (5.9 in)
Pale usisya aulonocaraAulonocara steveni
Red fin hapCopadichromis borleyi
Eureka red peacockAulonocara jacobfreibergi15 cm (5.9 in)
SpiloChampsochromis spilorhynchus40 cm (16 in)
Blue dolphin cichlid, lumphead cichlidCyrtocara moorii25 cm (9.8 in)
Afra cichlid, dogtooth cichildCynotilapia afra10 cm (3.9 in)
Rusty cichlid, lavender cichildIodotropheus sprengerae10 cm (3.9 in)
Fuelleborn's cichlid, Blue mbunaLabeotropheus fuelleborni18 cm (7.1 in)
Electric yellow cichlidLabidochromis caeruleus20 cm (7.9 in)
Electric blue cichlidSciaenochromis fryeri
Malawi eyebiterDimidiochromis compressiceps
Hongi, Red-top kimpumpaLabidochromis sp. "Hongi"13 cm (5.1 in)
Yellow Top MbambaLabidochromis sp. "Mbamba Bay"13 cm (5.1 in)
Auratus cichlid, Malawi golden cichlidMelanochromis auratus10 cm (3.9 in)
Chipokee cichlidMelanochromis chipokae12 cm (4.7 in)
Blue johanni cichlid, MainganoMelanochromis cyaneorhabdos10 cm (3.9 in)
Pearl of LikomaMelanochromis joanjohnsonae10 cm (3.9 in)
AuroraMelanochromis aurora10 cm (3.9 in)
Red zebra cichlidMetriaclima estherae10 cm (3.9 in)
Cobalt blue cichlid, cobalt zebra cichlidMaylandia callainos10 cm (3.9 in)
Kenyi cichlidMaylandia lombardoi13 cm (5.1 in)
FuscoNimbochromis fuscotaeniatus25 cm (9.8 in)
Livingston's cichlidNimbochromis livingstonii25 cm (9.8 in)
KaligonoNimbochromis polystigma30 cm (12 in)
Venustus cichlid, giraffe cichildNimbochromis venustus25 cm (9.8 in)
Red empress cichlidProtomelas taeniolatus15 cm (5.9 in)
Bumblebee cichlid, hornet cichlidPseudotropheus crabro15 cm (5.9 in)
Yellow-tail aceiPseudotropheus acei10 cm (3.9 in)
Johanni cichlidPseudotropheus johannii10 cm (3.9 in)
Dwarf MbunaPseudotropheus demasoni10 cm (3.9 in)
SaulosiPseudotropheus saulosi7.5 cm (3.0 in)
Malawi barracudaRhampsochromis cf. macrophthalmus23 cm (9.1 in)
Tyrannochromis macrostoma38 cm (15 in)
Lake Tanganyika cichlids
Common name Scientific name Image Size Remarks Tank size Temperature range pH range
Benthochromis tricoti
Boulengerochromis microlepis90 cm (35 in)
Frontosa cichildCyphotilapia frontosa40 cm (16 in)
Cyathopharynx furcifer
Variabilichromis moorii
Frontosa cichildCyphotilapia gibberosa40 cm (16 in)
Julie cichlidJulidochromis dickfeldi
Masked JulieJulidochromis marlieri15 cm (5.9 in) fem / 10 cm (3.9 in) male
Golden JulieJulidochromis ornatus
Julie cichlidJulidochromis regani15 cm (5.9 in) fem / 10 cm (3.9 in) male
Julie cichlidJulidochromis transcriptus10 cm (3.9 in)
Herring cichlid, sardine cichlidCyprichromis leptosoma
Ectodus descampsii
Chalinochromis spp.
Neolamprologus multifasciatus3.8 cm (1.5 in)
Lamprologus ocellatus5 cm (2.0 in)
Neolamprologus similis3.8 cm (1.5 in)A small shell-dwelling cichlid from Lake Tanganyika. Very similar to N. multifsciatus but similis has striping from the body continue to the head
Lobochilotes labiatus40 cm (16 in)
Lyretail cichlid, fairy cichlidNeolamprologus brichardi10 cm (3.9 in)
Lemon cichlidNeolamprologus leleupi11.5 cm (4.5 in)
FeatherfinOphthalmotilapia ventralis15 cm (5.9 in)
Petrochromis trewavasae20 cm (7.9 in)
Simochromis pleurospilus10 cm (3.9 in)
Tropheus duboisi13 cm (5.1 in)
Tropheus moorii14 cm (5.5 in)
Tropheus polli14 cm (5.5 in)
Lake Victoria cichlids
Common name Scientific name Image Size Remarks Tank size Temperature range pH range
Astatotilapia aenocolor13 cm (5.1 in)
Astatotilapia elegans10 cm (3.9 in)
Zebra obliquidensAstatotilapia latifasciata11.5 cm (4.5 in)
Astatotilapia nubila11.5 cm (4.5 in)
Astatotilapia piceatus10 cm (3.9 in)
Astatotilapia schubotziellus10 cm (3.9 in)
Astatotilapia sp. "Red Tail"11.5 cm (4.5 in)
Astatotilapia sp. "Spot Bar"13 cm (5.1 in)
Allauad's haploAstatoreochromis alluaudi
Hippo Point SalmonPtyochromis sp. "Hippo Point Salmon"14 cm (5.5 in)
FlamebackPundamilia nyererei10 cm (3.9 in)
Xystichromis phytophagus10 cm (3.9 in)
Miscellaneous African cichlids (non-Rift Lake)
Common name Scientific name Image Size Remarks Tank size Temperature range pH range
African butterfly cichlidAnomalochromis thomasi
Jewel cichlid, two-spotted jewel cichlidHemichromis bimaculatus4-5 inch
Lionhead cichlidSteatocranus casuarius
Lifalili jewel cichlid, blood-red jewel cichlidHemichromis lifalili
Kribensis, kribPelvicachromis pulcher
Kribensis, kribPelvicachromis taeniatus
Guenther's MouthbrooderChromidotilapia guentheri
Dwarf cichlids (apistogrammas, rams and others)
Common name Scientific name Image Size Remarks Tank size Temperature range pH range
Agassiz's dwarf cichlidApistogramma agassizii
Zebra acaraIvanacara adoketa
Yellow dwarf cichlidApistogramma borellii
Cockatoo dwarf cichlidApistogramma cacatuoides
Panda dwarf cichlidApistogramma nijsseni
Three-Stripe Dwarf CichlidApistogramma trifasciata
Apistogramma eremnopyge
Two-Stripe Dwarf CichlidApistogramma bitaeniata7.5 cm (3.0 in)
Checkerboard CichlidDicrossus filamentosus
Blue ram, German ram, German RamireziMikrogeophagus ramirezi5.0 cm (2.0 in)[43]These small and colorful fish require precise water parameters, and if you don't meet those parameters, your fish could be severely impacted.[43] 10 U.S. gal (38 L)[43] 78 - 85 F (25.5 - 29.4 C)[43] 6.0 – 7.5[43]
Bolivian ramMikrogeophagus altispinosa
Dwarf flag cichlidLaetacara curviceps
Central American cichlids
Common name Scientific name Image Size Remarks Tank size Temperature range pH range
Midas cichlidAmphilophus citrinellus35 cm (14.in)commonly confused with red devil cichlids, but it is an entirely different species [44]
Poor man's tropheusHypsophrys nematopus
Red devil cichlidAmphilophus labiatus
Firemouth cichlidCichlasoma meeki
Jack Dempsey cichlidRocio octofasciata
Jaguar cichlid, managuense cichlidParachromis managuensis
Mayan cichlidMayaheros urophthalmus
Convict cichlidArchocentrus nigrofasciatus
T-bar cichlidAmatitlania sajica
Wolf cichlidParachromis dovii
Texas cichlid, Rio Grande cichlidHerichthys cyanoguttatus
South American cichlids
Common name Scientific name Image Size Remarks Tank size Temperature range pH range
Green terrorAndinoacara rivulatus
Blue acaraAndinoacara pulcher
Thread-finned acaraAcarichthys heckelii
Eartheater cichlidGeophagus altifrons
Demon eartheaterSatanoperca jurupari
Greenstreaked Eartheater, cupid cichlidBiotodoma cupido
Keyhole cichlidCleithracara maronii
Flag cichlidMesonauta festivus
AngelfishPterophyllum scalare15 cm (5.9 in)In an enclosed tank habitat, the fish's territorial, aggressive nature is heightened, so don't house angelfish with shy species that are intimidated by pushy, boisterous fish.[45] 75–82 °F (25–28 °C)[45] 6.8 – 7[45]
Altum angelfishPterophyllum altum
Spotted angelfishPterophyllum leopoldi
Common discus, red discusSymphysodon discus20 cm (7.9 in)
Blue discus, green discusSymphysodon aequifasciatus20 cm (7.9 in)
OscarAstronotus ocellatus45 cm (18 in)Many people that purchase these fish do not realize that the fish could grow to a foot long (30 cm) within a year. Due to their fast growth rate and large size as an adult, they are often kept in aquariums that are too small for them.[46] 72-80 °F (22-27 °C)[46] 6.0-7.5[46]
Chocolate cichlidHypselecara temporalis
SeverumHeros efasciatus
Uaru, warooUaru amphiacanthoidesAlso known as the Triangle Cichlid.
Zebra Pike CichlidCrenicichla zebrina
Butterfly peacock bassCichla ocellaris
Orinoco peacock bassCichla orinocensis
Speckled peacock bassCichla temensis
Other cichlids
Common name Scientific name Image Size Remarks Tank size Temperature range pH range
Canara pearlspotEtroplus canarensis
Green chromideEtroplus suratensis
Orange chromidePseudetroplus maculatus
Pinstripe dambaParetroplus menarambo
Blood parrot cichlid(Amphilophus citrinellus × Vieja melanurus)20 cm( 8 in)Not considered a separate species of cichlid but a hybrid.[47]
Flowerhorn cichlidCichlasoma sp.25 cm (9.8 in) Not considered a separate species of cichlid but a hybrid.[47]

Cyprinids

Barbs
Common name Scientific name Image Size Remarks Tank size Temperature range pH range
Arulius barbDawkinsia arulius12 cm (4.7 in) 66 °F to 77 °F (19°-25 °C)6 – 8
Bigspot barb, Duncker's barbBarbodes dunckeri13 cm (5.1 in) 72 - 85 °F (22 - 29 °C)6 - 7
Black ruby barbPethia nigrofasciatus6.5 cm (2.6 in)
Cherry barbPuntius titteya4.8 cm (1.9 in)
Clipper barbEnteromius callipterus7.5 cm (3.0 in)
Clown barbBarbodes everetti15 cm (5.9 in)
Denison's barb, red line torpedo barbSahyadria denisonii15 cm (5.9 in)
Gold barbBarbodes semifasciolatus8 cm (3.1 in)
Golden barbPethia gelius5 cm (2.0 in)
Greenstripe barbPuntius vittatus5 cm (2.0 in)
Indian Glass BarbLaubuka laubuca6.7 cm (2.6 in)
Melon barbHaludaria fasciata15 cm (5.9 in)
Odessa barbPethia padamya8 cm (3.1 in)
Onespot barbPuntius terio15 cm (5.9 in)
Panda barbPuntius fasciatus5 inches
Pool barbPuntius sophore18 cm (7.1 in)
Partipentazona barbPuntigrus partipentazona3.8 cm (1.5 in)
Rosy barbPethia conchonius13 cm (5.1 in)
Shortfin barbBarbus brevipinnis4.6 cm (1.8 in)
Snakeskin barbDesmopuntius rhomboocellatus3.5 inches
Spottedsail barb, dwarf barbPethia phutunio7.8 cm (3.1 in)
Swamp barbPuntius chola15 cm (5.9 in)
Ticto barbBarbus ticto10 cm (3.9 in)
Tic-tac-toe barbPuntius stoliczkanus5 cm (2.0 in)
Tiger barb, sumatra barbPuntigrus tetrazona7.5 cm (3.0 in)Keep in shoals of 8 or 10 to prevent aggression[48]
Spanner barb, t-barbBarbodes lateristriga20 cm (7.9 in)
Fiveband barb, pentazona barbDesmopuntius hexazona5 cm (2.0 in)
Checker barbOliotius oligolepis5 cm (2.0 in)
Tinfoil barbBarbonymus schwanenfeldii36 cm (14 in)
Other cyprinids
Common name Scientific name Image Size Remarks Tank size Temperature range pH range
Bala sharkBalantiocheilus melanopterus40 cm (16 in)Grows large, needs lots of swimming room and is a schooling fish so a 125 gallon would be good for 3-4[49]
Black sharkLabeo chrysophekadion90 cm (35 in)
Siamese algae eater, fringe barbCrossocheilus oblongus16 cm (6.3 in)Many other fish in the order Cypriniformes are also sold under this name. Very likely to jump out of the aquarium especially after reaching adult size. Very useful for getting rid of algae when it is young but prefer fish food upon reaching adulthood.[50]
Flying fox (fish)Epalzeorhynchos kalopterus16 cm (6.3 in)
Red-tailed black sharkEpalzeorhynchos bicolor6 in
Rainbow sharkEpalzeorhynchos frenatum6 in
Cambodian log sucker, false Siamese algae eaterGarra cambodgiensis
algae eaterGyrinocheilus aymonieriThis species may be sold under a variety of common names, including Siamese algae eater, Chinese algae eater, golden algae eater, or sucking loach. A gold colored form also exists.
Rasboras
Common name Scientific name Image Size Tank size Tank size Temperature range pH range
Chili rasboraBoraras brigittae2 cm (0.79 in)Should be kept in acidic water which can be difficult to maintain for most beginners in the aquarium hobby.[51] 5 U.S. gallons (19 L)[51] 20–28 °C (68–82 °F)[51] 5-6[51]
Espei rasboraTrigonostigma espei5 cm (2.0 in)
Harlequin rasboraTrigonostigma heteromorpha5 cm (2.0 in)Also known as Harlequin tetra or Harlequin barb.
Glowlight rasboraTrigonostigma hengeli5 cm (2.0 in)
Red-striped rasboraTrigonopoma pauciperforata7.5 cm (3.0 in)Range: Sumatra 22–29 °C (72–84 °F)
Dwarf rasboraBoraras maculatus2.5 cm (0.98 in)
Eyespot rasboraBrevibora dorsiocellata3.5 cm (1.4 in)
Brilliant rasboraRasbora einthovenii9 cm (3.5 in)
Clown rasboraRasbora kalochroma10 cm (3.9 in)
Scissortail rasboraRasbora trilineata15 cm (5.9 in)
Volcano rasboraRasbora vulcanus5 cm (2.0 in)
Blackline rasbora, red-tailed rasboraRasbora borapetensis
Danios and other danionins
Common name Scientific name Image Size Remarks Tank size Temperature range pH range
Sundadanio axelrodi2 cm (0.79 in)
Pearl danioDanio albolineatus6.5 cm (2.6 in)subspecies:blue-redstripe danio, Kedah danio
Celestial Pearl danioDanio margaritatus2 cm (0.79 in)
Bengal danio, Sind danioDevario devario
Giant danioDevario aequipinnatus
Malabar danioDevario malabaricus11.5–14 cm (4.5–5.5 in)
Queen danioDevario regina
Spotted danioDanio nigrofasciatus
Turquoise danioDanio kerri
Zebra danioDanio rerio5 cm (2.0 in)there are many variations of this fish: leopard danio, the spotted colour morph, and GloFish, the genetically modified fluorescent fish.
Cold-water cyprinids
Common name Scientific name Image Size Remarks Tank size Temperature range pH range
GoldfishCarassius auratus15+ cm (6+ in)variations: Black Moor, Bubble Eye, Butterfly Tail, Calico, Celestial Eye, Comet, Common, Fantail, Lionchu, Lionhead, Oranda, Panda Moor, Pearlscale, Pompom, Ranchu, Ryukin, Shubunkin, Telescope eye, Veiltail.
Koi, common carpCyprinus carpio30+ cm (12+ in)
BitterlingRhodeus amarus10 cm (4 in)
White Cloud Mountain minnowTanichthys albonubes3.8 cm (1.5 in)
Red shinerCyprinella lutrensis5–9 cm (2.0–3.5 in)
Common daceLeuciscus leuciscus40 cm (16 in) 39 to 72 °F (4 to 22 °C) 6.0 to 8.0
Rosy red minnow, fathead minnowPimephales promelas5–7.5 cm (2.0–3.0 in) 10–21 °C (50–70 °F) 7.0 - 7.5
Rainbow shinerNotropis chrosomus
European minnowPhoxinus phoxinus
Southern redbelly dacePhoxinus erythrogaster7.5–10 cm (3.0–3.9 in)
TenchTinca tinca
Golden orfeLeuciscus idus
Chinese high fin banded sharkMyxocyprinus asiaticus60 cm (24 in)
Loaches
Common name Scientific name Image Size Remarks Tank size Temperature range pH range
Saddle-back LoachHomaloptera orthogoniata 13 cm (5.1 in)The Saddleback Loach will thrive in an aquarium with a good amount of water flow and aeration, considerable amounts of hiding places formed by rocks or driftwood and smooth pebbles and stones to graze on.[52] 68 - 78 F (20 - 25.6 C)[52] 6 - 7.5[52]
Fork-tailed loachVaillantella maassi12.5 cm (4.9 in)
Horseface loachAcantopsis dialuzona20 cm (7.9 in)
Weather Loach[53] Misgurnus anguillicaudatus[54] 30 centimetres (12 in) Sensitive to changes in barometric pressure[55]
Pangio anguillaris12 cm (4.7 in)
Kuhli loach, coolie loachPangio kuhlii10 cm (3.9 in)The natural habitat of the kuhli loach is the sandy beds of slow-moving rivers and clean mountain streams. They are a social fish and are typically found in small clusters (they are not schooling fish but enjoy the company of their species), but are cautious and nocturnal by nature and swim near the bottom where they feed around obstacles. Kuhli loaches are scavengers, so they will eat anything that reaches the bottom. 75–86 °F (24–30 °C) 5.5 – 6.5
Java loachPangio oblonga8 cm (3.1 in) 6.2 to 7.0
Clown loachChromobotia macracanthus20 cm (7.9 in)
Green tiger loachSyncrossus hymenophysa21 cm (8.3 in)
Banded tiger loachSyncrossus helodes30 cm (12 in)
Redfin tiger loachSyncrossus berdmorei15 cm (5.9 in)
Dwarf botiaAmbastaia sidthimunki5.5 cm (2.2 in)Formerly named Botia sidthimunki.
Yoyo loachBotia almorhae15 cm (5.9 in)
Bengal loachBotia dario15 cm (5.9 in)Also known as the Queen loach.
Botia histrionica12 cm (4.7 in)
Polka-Dot LoachBotia kubotai12 cm (4.7 in)
Gangetic loachBotia rostrata25 cm (9.8 in)
Zebra loachBotia striata9 cm (3.5 in)
Redtail loachYasuhikotakia modesta25 cm (9.8 in)
Skunk loachYasuhikotakia morleti10 cm (3.9 in)Formerly named Botia morleti
Yasuhikotakia splendida10 cm (3.9 in)
Borneo hillstream loachGastromyzon sp.6–8 cm (2.4–3.1 in)Eats mainly algae. High oxygen level and water quality are greatly appreciated in addition to a strong current (but not needed as many sources claim)[56] 10 U.S. gal (38 L)[57] 18–25 °C (64–77 °F)[57] 6.5 – 8.0 pH[57]
Tiger hillstream loachSewellia lineolata6 cm (2.4 in)Eats mainly algae. High oxygen level and water quality are greatly appreciated in addition to a strong current (but not needed as many sources claim)[56]
Butterfly hillstream loachBeaufortia kweichowensis8 cm (3.1 in)Eats mainly algae. High oxygen level and water quality are greatly appreciated in addition to a strong current (but not needed as many sources claim)[56]

Live-bearers and killifish

Guppies and mollies
Common name Scientific name Image Size Remarks Tank size Temperature range pH range
GuppyPoecilia reticulata5 cm (2.0 in)Many color and tail pattern varieties exist. They generally need a ratio of 1 male to 2 females or more. All guppies and mollies are hardy fish that tolerate lower oxygen levels and temperatures than most aquarium fish, give birth to live young, and readily breed in home tanks.[58] can live in full sea water[59] 66 °F - 84 °F (19 °C - 29 °C) 7 - 8
Endler's livebearerPoecilia wingei3.8 cm (1.5 in)
Black mollyPoecilia sphenops10 cm (3.9 in)Can live in full sea water[59]
Sailfin mollyPoecilia latipinna10 cm (3.9 in)Gold and silver varieties commonly found; also thrive in brackish water/ full sea water[59]
Dalmatian mollyhybrid5 cm (2.0 in)The dalmatian molly is a hybrid color variation that can be generated by crossing some species of Poecilia, like P. sphenops and P. latipinna. The variety "Dalmatian" is spotted alike to a Dalmatian dog. Can live in full sea water[59]
Lyretail Mollyhybrid5 cm (2.0 in)Lyretail Mollies are available in all of these species, can be cross bred with any species of Molly. Can live in full sea water[59]
Platies and swordtails
Common name Scientific name Image Size Remarks Tank size Temperature range pH range
Southern platyXiphophorus maculatus6 cm (2.4 in)
Variable platyXiphophorus variatus6 cm (2.4 in)
Green swordtailXiphophorus hellerii15 cm (5.9 in)
Other Livebearers, like Gambusia
Common name Scientific name Image Size Remarks Tank size Temperature range pH range
Largescale four-eyed fishAnableps anableps
Pike topminnowBelonesox belizanus
Cuban limaLimia vittata
Knife livebearerAlfaro cultratus
Least killifishHeterandria formosa
Tanganyika killifishLamprichthys tanganicanus
Norman's lampeyePoropanchax normani
Celebes halfbeakNomorhamphus liemi8 cm (3.1 in)
Wrestling halfbeakDermogenys pusilla7.5 cm (3.0 in)[60]Wrestling Halfbeaks are best kept in groups, composed of either a single male with several females, or, in more spacious quarters with ample visual barriers, larger mixed groups containing at least six males. 75-82 F (24-28 C) [60] 7 - 8[60]
Forest halfbeakHemirhamphodon pogonognathus10 cm (3.9 in)
Killifish
Common name Scientific name Image Size Remarks Tank size Temperature range pH range
Blue LyretailFundulopanchax gardneri5 cm (2.0 in)
Clown Killifish, rocket killifishEpiplatys annulatus3.5 cm (1.4 in)However, for natural behaviour, a dozen individuals kept in an aquarium of at least 50 litres will be ideal. Compose your group with a ratio of one male to two or three females.

For maintenance with other species, choose small, peaceful fish that like stagnant water (no Cory doras!).[61]

50 L (13 U.S. gal)[61] 25–27 °C (77–81 °F)[61] 6 - 7 pH[61]
Bluefin Notho, Rachow's Notho, Rainbow NothoNothobranchius rachovii6 cm (2.4 in)
Striped panchax, Golden WonderAplocheilus lineatus
American FlagfishJordanella floridaeNative to SE United States
Argentine PearlAustrolebias nigripinnis
Golden ToppminnowFundulus chrysotus
Northern StudfishFundulus catenatus
Red-seam KillifishAphyosemion calliurum
Arabian KillifishAphanius dispar

Labyrinth fish

Gourami
Common name Scientific name Image Size Remarks Tank size Temperature range pH range
Ceylonese combtailBelontia signata18 cm (7.1 in)
Siamese fighting fish (sometimes Betta, esp. US)Betta splendens7.5 cm (3.0 in)Betta is the name of the genus that includes more than 60 species other than the Siamese fighting fish. 5 gal [62] 72–82 °F (22–28 °C)[62] 6.5-7.5[62]
Frail gouramiCtenops nobilis4 cm (1.6 in)
Paradise fishMacropodus opercularis7.5 cm (3.0 in)
Ornate paradisefishMalpulutta kretseri4 cm (1.6 in)
Eyespot gouramiParasphaerichthys ocellatus5 cm (2.0 in)
Brown Spike-tailed paradisefishPseudosphromenus dayi4 cm (1.6 in)
Honey gouramiTrichogaster chuna5.5 cm (2.2 in)
Dwarf gouramiTrichogaster lalius5 cm (2.0 in)Suitable for small to mid-sized aquariums but cannot compete with more aggressive fish and males kept together may fight. Several color varieties available. Massive inbreeding has led to high rates of Dwarf gourami iridovirus (DGIV) in pet store fish.[63] 72 – 82 °F (22 – 27 °C) [64] 6 - 7.5[64]
Moonlight gouramiTrichopodus microlepis15 cm (5.9 in)
Snakeskin gouramiTrichopodus pectoralis20 cm (7.9 in)
Pygmy gourami, Sparkling gouramiTrichopsis pumila3.8 cm (1.5 in)
Malay combtailBelontia hasselti20 cm (7.9 in)
Slender bettaBetta bellica9 cm (3.5 in)
Betta burdigala3.5 cm (1.4 in)
Scarlet bettaBetta coccina4 cm (1.6 in)
Crescent bettaBetta imbellis6 cm (2.4 in)
Betta miniopinna3.5 cm (1.4 in)
Toba bettaBetta rubra4 cm (1.6 in)
Betta simorum9 cm (3.5 in)
Giant PikeheadLuciocephalus pulcher20 cm (7.9 in)
Parosphromenus phoenicurus3 cm (1.2 in)
Chocolate gouramiSphaerichthys osphromenoides6 cm (2.4 in)
Crossband chocolate gouramiSphaerichthys selatanensis4 cm (1.6 in)
Samurai gouramiSphaerichthys vaillanti4 cm (1.6 in)
Pearl gouramiTrichopodus leerii11.5 cm (4.5 in)
Three spot gouramiTrichopodus trichopterus10 cm (3.9 in)
Croaking gouramiTrichopsis vittata6.5 cm (2.6 in)
Giant gouramiOsphronemus goramy60 cm (24 in)
Other labyrinth fishes
Common name Scientific name Image Size Remarks Tank size Temperature range pH range
Kissing gouramiHelostoma temminckii15 cm (5.9 in)
Climbing perchAnabas testudineus20 cm (7.9 in)
Leopard bush fishCtenopoma acutirostre15 cm (5.9 in)
African leaffishPolycentropsis abbreviata8 cm (3.1 in)
Blue badisBadis badis7 cm (2.8 in)
Scarlet badisDario dario1.5 cm (0.59 in)
Bornean leaffishNandus nebulosus12 cm (4.7 in)
Malayan leaffishPristolepis fasciata20 cm (7.9 in)
Forest snakeheadChanna lucius40 cm (16 in)Illegal to possess live in the USA without a permit[65]
Dwarf snakeheadChanna gachua20 cm (7.9 in)Illegal to possess live in the USA without a permit[65]
Emperor snakeheadChanna marulioides65 cm (26 in)Illegal to possess live in the USA without a permit[65]
Giant snakeheadChanna micropeltes130 cm (51 in)Illegal to possess live in the USA without a permit[65]
Ocellated snakeheadChanna pleurophthalma35 cm (14 in)Illegal to possess live in the USA without a permit[65]
African snakeheadParachanna obscura50 cm (20 in)Illegal to possess live in the USA without a permit[65]

Rainbowfish

Common name Scientific name Image Size Remarks Tank size Temperature range pH range
Red rainbowfishGlossolepis incisus9–13 cm (3.5–5.1 in)Almost all rainbowfish species are bred in captivity and wild populations may be protected.[66]
Lake Wanam rainbowfishGlossolepis wanamensis9 cm (3.5 in)
Threadfin rainbowfishIriatherina werneri3–4 cm (1.2–1.6 in)
New Guinea rainbowfishMelanotaenia affinis13 cm (5.1 in)
Western rainbowfishMelanotaenia australis11 cm (4.3 in)
Boeseman's rainbowfishMelanotaenia boesemani10–13 cm (3.9–5.1 in)
Duboulayi's rainbowfishMelanotaenia duboulayi13–15 cm (5.1–5.9 in)a.k.a. Crimson-Spotted rainbowfish
Australian rainbowfishMelanotaenia fluviatilis13–15 cm (5.1–5.9 in)
Lake Tebera rainbowfishMelanotaenia herbertaxelrodi9 cm (3.5 in)
Lake Kutubu rainbowfishMelanotaenia lacustris12 cm (4.7 in)
Lake Kurumoi rainbowfishMelanotaenia parva7.5–8 cm (3.0–3.1 in)
Neon rainbowfishMelanotaenia praecox6–7.5 cm (2.4–3.0 in)
Eastern rainbowfishMelanotaenia splendida splendida13–15 cm (5.1–5.9 in)
Banded rainbowfishMelanotaenia trifasciata13 cm (5.1 in)
Celebes rainbowMarosatherina ladigesi8 cm (3.1 in)
Forktail blue-eyePseudomugil furcatus4–5 cm (1.6–2.0 in)These fish need a larger aquarium than their size suggests. Though they only grow to a length of about 2 inches, they are happiest in groups of 8 – 10 or more, and they appreciate lots of swimming space.[67] 75 - 79 °F (24 - 26 °C) [67] 6.5 - 8.0[67]
Spotted blue-eyePseudomugil gertrudae3–4 cm (1.2–1.6 in)
Red neon blue-eyePseudomugil luminatus3–3.5 cm (1.2–1.4 in)
Pacific blue-eyePseudomugil signifer3.5–7 cm (1.4–2.8 in)
Delicate blue-eyePseudomugil tenellus4–5.5 cm (1.6–2.2 in)
Madagascar rainbowfishBedotia madagascariensis7.5–8 cm (3.0–3.1 in)

Gobies and sleepers

Common name Scientific name Image Size Remarks Tank size Temperature range pH range
Empire gudgeonHypseleotris compressa12 cm (4.7 in)
Purple sleeper gudgeonMogurnda mogurnda20 cm (7.9 in)
Peacock gudgeon, Peacock gobyTateurndina ocellicauda7.5 cm (3.0 in)A little territorial with its own kind but is suitable for many communities of small, peaceful fish. Ideal tankmates are other species from Papua New Guinea, such as Popondetta sp. rainbowfishes; but tetras, rasboras, Corydoras cats and virtually any other small peaceful species are also suitable.[68] 40 L (11 U.S. gal)[68] 22–26 °C (72–79 °F)[68] 6.5 7.5 pH[68]
Black toraja gobyMugilogobius sarasinorum
Bumblebee gobyBrachygobius doriae4 cm (1.6 in)
Knight gobyStigmatogobius sadanundio9 cm (3.5 in)
Rainbow stiphodonStiphodon ornatus5 cm (2.0 in)
Cobalt blue gobyStiphodon semoni4–5 cm (1.6–2.0 in)
Sicyopus zosterophorus4–4.5 cm (1.6–1.8 in)
Bearded worm gobyTaenioides cirratus30 cm (12 in)
Marbled gobyOxyeleotris marmorata30–65 cm (12–26 in)
Crazy fishButis butis15 cm (5.9 in)
Rhinogobius duospilus
Dragon goby, Violet gobyGobioides broussonnetii
Striped sleeper gobyDormitator maculatus

Sunfish and relatives

Common name Scientific name Image Size Remarks Tank size Temperature range pH range
Pygmy sunfishElassomatidae4 cm (1.6 in)
Blackbanded sunfishEnneacanthus chaetodon10 cm (3.9 in)
Blue-spotted sunfishEnneacanthus gloriosus10 cm (3.9 in)
Redbreast sunfishLepomis auritus30 cm (12 in)
Green sunfishLepomis cyanellus25 cm (9.8 in)
Orangespotted sunfishLepomis humilis15 cm (5.9 in)
PumpkinseedLepomis gibbosus28 cm (11 in)
WarmouthLepomis gulosus30 cm (12 in)
BluegillLepomis macrochirus41 cm (16 in)
Dollar sunfishLepomis marginatus12 cm (4.7 in)
Longear sunfishLepomis megalotis24 cm (9.4 in)
Redear sunfishLepomis microlophus40 cm (16 in)
Redspotted sunfishLepomis miniatus20 cm (7.9 in)
Northern sunfishLepomis peltastes13 cm (5.1 in)
Spotted sunfishLepomis punctatus10 cm (3.9 in)

Other fish

Common name Scientific name Image Size Remarks Tank size Temperature range pH range
Gray bichir, Senegal bichir, or dinosaur bichirPolypterus senegalus70.0 cm (27.6 in) maximum length[69]40.0 centimetres (15.7 in) in captivity[70] Peaceful but preys on anything smaller than its mouth[71] 25–28 °C (77–82 °F)[69]6.0-8.0[69]
Ornate bichirPolypterus ornatipinnis60 cm (24 in) maximum length[72]Peaceful but preys on anything smaller than its mouth[71] 26–28 °C (79–82 °F)[72]6.0–8.0
Retropinnis bichirPolypterus retropinnis34.0 cm (13.4 in)[73]Peaceful but preys on anything smaller than its mouth[71] 26–28 °C (79–82 °F)6.5–7.5
Barred bichirPolypterus delhezi35 cm (14 in)Peaceful but preys on anything smaller than its mouth[71] 24–30 °C (75–86 °F) 6-8
Saddled bichirPolypterus endlicheri63 cm (25 in)[74]Peaceful but preys on anything smaller than its mouth[71] 22–27 °C (72–81 °F) 6-8
ReedfishErpetoichthys calabaricus31.4 cm (12.4 in) at maturity, 37 centimetres (15 in) maximum length[75] 22–28 °C (72–82 °F)[75]6.0–8.0[75]
HingemouthPhractolaemus ansorgii25 cm (9.8 in)
Blunt-jawed elephantnoseCampylomormyrus tamandua40 cm (16 in)
Peters' elephant noseGnathonemus petersii22.5 cm (8.9 in)
African butterflyfishPantodon buchholzi12 cm (4.7 in)
Aba abaGymnarchus niloticus120 cm (47 in)
Reticulated knifefishPapyrocranus afer80 cm (31 in)
African brown knifefishXenomystus nigri30 cm (12 in)
Clown knifefishChitala ornata
Asian arowanaScleropages formosus90 cm (35 in)Preys on anything smaller than its mouth.[76]
Silver arowanaOsteoglossum bicirrhosum90 cm (35 in)Preys on anything smaller than its mouth.[76]
Freshwater pipefishDoryichthys martensii15 cm (5.9 in)
African freshwater pipefishEnneacampus ansorgii14 cm (5.5 in)
Fire eelMastacembelus erythrotaenia100 cm (39 in)
Tire track eelMastacembelus armatus90 cm (35 in)
Spotfinned spiny eelMacrognathus siamensis30 cm (12 in)They require clean water and are vulnerable to parasites, fungal diseases, and the copper-based drugs used to treat these conditions.[77] 73-82 °F (23-28 °C)[78] 6.0-8.0[78]
Half-banded spiny eelMacrognathus circumcinctus20 cm (7.9 in)
Lesser spiny eelMacrognathus aculeatus38 cm (15 in)
Freshwater soleBrachirus panoides20 cm (8 in)
Freshwater needlefishXenentodon cancila35 cm (14 in)
Javanese ricefishOryzias javanicus3.5 cm (1.4 in)
Daisy's RicefishOryzias woworae2.5–3 cm (0.98–1.18 in)
Indian glassy fishParambassis ranga8 cm (3.1 in)
Amazon leaffishMonocirrhus polyacanthus8 cm (3.1 in)
Gymnochanda filamentosa3.8 cm (1.5 in)
Indonesian tigerfishDatnioides microlepis45 cm (18 in)
Silver tigerfishDatnioides polota30 cm (12 in)
Banded archerfishToxotes jaculatrix30 cm (12 in)
Spotted scatScatophagus argus20 cm (7.9 in)
Green spotted pufferDichotomyctere nigroviridis15 cm (5.9 in)Pufferfish inflating out of water can cause death.[79]
Humpback PufferPao palembangensis20 cm (7.9 in)See above
Red-tail dwarf pufferCarinotetraodon irrubesco4.5 cm (1.8 in)See above
Golden pufferAuriglobus modestus10 cm (3.9 in)See above
Figure 8 pufferfishTetraodon biocellatus6 cm (2.4 in)
Dwarf pufferfishCarinotetraodon travancoricus2.9 cm (1.1 in) aka Pea Puffer
Fahaka pufferTetraodon lineatus1-foot 5 inches
Mbu pufferTetraodon mbu75 cm (30 in)This fish also occurs in estuaries. largest freshwater pufferfish, they are very peaceful with most fish except, other Mbu pufferfish, other fish that will harass them. see above[80]
Congo pufferfishTetraodon miurus15 cm (5.9 in)as it is a ambush pufferfish it is best to house it alone as it will attack tank mates. see above[81]
Amazon pufferColomesus asellus
West African lungfishProtopterus annectens100 cm (39 in)
Spotted lungfishProtopterus dolloi130 cm (51 in)
South American lungfishLepidosiren paradoxa125 cm (49 in)
Ocellate river stingrayPotamotrygon motorohas venomous barbs that contain a protein based poison, if you happen to accidentally get stung you should submerge the wound in as hot as water as you can as this breaks down the protein[82]
Black devil stingrayPotamotrygon leopoldisee above
Black ghost knifefishApteronotus albifrons20 inNot to be confused with the featherback "knifefish" of the Bonytongue group (see above) 23-28C (73-82F) 6.0-8.0
Brown ghost knifefishApteronotus leptorhynchus
Electric eelElectrophorus electricus
Glass knifefishEigenmannia virescens
SterletAcipenser ruthenus
Shovelnose SturgeonScaphirhynchus platorynchus
Spotted GarLepisosteus oculatus70 cm (27.5 in)
Longnose GarLepisosteus osseus
Florida GarLepisosteus platyrhincus70 cm (27.5 in)
Alligator GarAtractosteus spatula300 cm (118 in)
Cuban GarAtractosteus tristoechus200 cm (78.5 in)
Tropical GarAtractosteus tropicus150 cm (59 in)
Freshwater blennySalaria fluviatilis
PickerelEsox americanus
Brook sticklebackCulaea inconstans
European PerchPerca fluviatilis
Banded darterEtheostoma zonale
Gilt darterPercina evides
Orangethroat darterEtheostoma spectabile
Rainbow darterEtheostoma caeruleum
Splendid darterEtheostoma barrenense

See also

Sources

  • Encyclopedia of Aquarium and Pond Fish (2005) (David Alderton)
  • 500 Aquarium Fish: A Visual Reference to the Most Popular Species

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