The Indian Ocean Lyretail Anthias is also known as the Scalefin. The males have reddish hues, while the females tend to be more orange. They are active and help to draw out shier fish that...

The Adorned Wrasse is a beautiful, easy-care wrasse that likes various types of food (frozen food, flakes, live food). Also planarians and other parasites in the marine water tank are eaten by the fish. In...

These fish should be kept in a well-run aquarium where they can "graze" algae from rocks and stones. If there are insufficient algae on the rocks, it is important to feed more frequently and supplement...

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The Blue Damselfish is probably the best selling marine fish in the United States. Beginning hobbyists relish its hardiness and small size, while advanced aquarists praise the color and activity this member of the Pomacentridae...

Magnificent Foxface (Siganus magnificus) , also known as the Magnificent Rabbitfish , Andaman Foxface , or Red Fin Foxface , is a striking species admired for its vibrant colors and unique appearance. Its head is...

Amphiprion ocellaris, commonly known as the Common clownfish, is the smallest anemonefish and known by almost everybody before they even start a Saltwater tank, thanks to the movie 'Finding Nemo'. In fact, a lot of...

The Pygmy Angelfish requires a 55 gallon or larger tank with numerous hiding places and live rock for grazing on microalgae. It may nip at large-polyped Stony Corals and clam mantles. The Pygmy Angelfish is...

The Scooter Blenny is also known as Scooter Dragonet or Ocellated Dragonet. It has a mottled brown and white body with red highlights. The male usually has brighter colors and a larger first dorsal fin....

The Sleeper Banded Goby, also known as the Brownbarred Goby and Bullet Goby, was first discovered in the Indo-Pacific Ocean by Valenciennes in 1837. It has a yellowish-green head with blue and orange dots and...

Mimic Filefish (Paraluteres prionurus). The Mimic Saddle Puffer is a filefish that has developed its body shape and coloration to mock the appearance of the Valentini Puffer. By copying these puffers, they appear to would...

The Green Wrasse, also known as the Pastel Green Wrasse or Green Coris, is a beautiful fish featuring an attractive, pastel green coloration. Although it lacks the elaborate patterns or intricate markings of other Halichoeres...

Coral Beauty Angelfish (Centropyge bispinosa)   The Coral Beauty Angelfish is one of the most popular dwarf angelfish in the marine aquarium hobby. Its vibrant coloration combines deep blue-purple tones with bright orange highlights, making...

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Mandarin Dragonet — Synchiropus splendidus Specialist micro-predator. High risk of starvation if the tank lacks pods. Quick facts Size: 6–8 cm Temperament: Peaceful Reef-safe: Yes Minimum tank: 120+ l (with strong pod production) Lifespan: 5–10...

Talbot’s Damsel — Chrysiptera talboti Small, hardy damsel. One of the milder Chrysiptera, still territorial. Quick facts Size: 5–6 cm Temperament: Semi-aggressive, especially to similar fish Reef-safe: Yes Minimum tank: 60–75 l / 16–20 gal Color:...

Gem Tang (Zebrasoma gemmatum) The Gem Tang is one of the most coveted surgeonfish in the hobby, admired for its jet-black body sprinkled with brilliant white speckles and a striking yellow tail. Native to the...

Reef-top Pipefish (Corythoichthys haematopterus) , also known as the Dragonface Pipefish or Messmate Pipefish, is a slender, peaceful species that grows up to 18 cm. In the wild it lives among coral reefs, often weaving...