Angelfish – Angelfish are
found on shallow reefs in the tropical Atlantic, Indian and mostly
western Pacific oceans. With their bright colours and deep,
laterally compressed bodies, angelfishes are some of the more
conspicuous residents of the reef.
Guppy – Guppy is one of
the most popular freshwater fish species. Guppies are popular
aquarium kept fish because of their inexpensive needs and beautiful
colour ranges.
Unicorn Fish - Unicorn fish
roam in groups feeding on algae. They can grow to around 51-61cm.
Squirrel Fish - Squirrel fish
is a large-eyed, colourful, tropical reef fish. Squirrel fish are
carnivorous and nocturnal, hiding by day among the reefs.
Piranha – Piranha are
native to warm lowland streams and lakes in South America. Piranhas
are opportunistic carnivores (flesh-eaters). They eat aquatic and
land animals that are in the water. Most species of piranha never
grow larger than 60 cm long.
Parrot Fish –
Parrot fishes are very colourful. They are found in coral reefs,
rocky coasts and sea grass beds and play a significant role in
bio erosion. Parrot fishes range to a length of about 4 feet and
weight of about 20 kilograms.
Loach - Loach are elongated
freshwater fishes. Loaches are usually nocturnal fishes that inhabit
in both still and flowing waters. Loaches are popular aquarium
fishes.
Siamese Fighting Fish -
Siamese Fighting Fish is a freshwater tropical fish commonly kept in
aquariums. The fish, elongated and slender, grows to a length of
about 6.5 cm. Red and Blue are the most common colours in siamese
fighting fish.
Striped Surgeon fish -
Striped Surgeon fish's head and body are covered with black-edged,
blue and yellow stripes. Striped Surgeon fish is a popular aquarium
species but a large tank is necessary because the species grows to
38 cm in length.
Gold Fish - Goldfish are a
most common species of domesticated fish. Goldfish is omnivorous,
feeding on plants and small animals. Pet goldfish have been known to
live 25 years, the average life span, however, is much shorter.
Clown Fish – Clown fish
are best known for its striking orange and white coloration.
Clown fishes habitat usually is a coral reefs. clown fishes can grow
up and reach 18 cm.
Butterfly Fish - Butterfly
fishes are found among tropical reefs around the world but are
concentrated in the Indo-Pacific oceanic region. Butterfly fishes
mostly range from 12 to 22 cm in length.
Trout - Trouts are fresh
water fish. They live in clear streams, rivers and lakes in America,
Europe and Asia. Trout are an important food source for humans and
wildlife including brown bears, eagles and other animals. They are
classified as oily fish.
Porcupinefish -
Porcupinefish are medium- to large-sized fish. Porcupinefish have
the ability to inflate their bodies by swallowing water or air. This
increase in size & reduces the range of potential predators to
those with much bigger mouths. A second defense mechanism is
provided by the sharp spines, which radiate outwards when the fish
is inflated.
Tuna – Tuna is a
saltwater finfish. Tuna's dorsal side is metallic dark blue, while
the ventral side or underside, is silvery or whitish. Tuna is an
important commercial fish.
Sergeant Major - Sergeant
major is a species of damselfish. It is found in the Atlantic Ocean.
Normally they grow up to 15 cm. They are popular aquarium fish.
Rainbow Fish – Rainbow
fish are a family of small, colourful, freshwater fish found in
northern and eastern Australia, New Guinea region. Rainbowfish are
usually less than 12 cm in length, with some species are less than 6
cm. Rainbow fish are popular aquarium fish.
Clown Triggerfish - Clown
Triggerfish is a small sized fish. Its body has a stock appearance,
oval shape and compressed laterally. The head is large and
represents approximately one third of the body length. The mouth is
small, terminal and has strong teeth.
Mandarin Fish - Mandarin
fish is species of temperate perch native to the Amur River basin
and other rivers in China. Its back is yellow, green or brown, with
many irregular black spots and patches. It has a big mouth and small
round scales. Mandarin fish is very popular as food in China.
Sockeye Salmon - Sockeye
salmon is ananadromous species of salmon found in the Northern
Pacific Ocean and rivers discharging into it. They can grow up to 84
cm in length and weigh 2.3 to 7 kg. Two distinguishing features are
their long, serrated gill rakers that range from 30 to 40 in number,
and their lack of a spot on their tail or back.
Sunfish – Sunfish are a
family of freshwater ray-finned fish. They are native only to North
America. Sizes of most are in the 20 to 30 cm range. Sunfish are
carnivorous fishes that feed on other fishes and aquatic
invertebrates.
Frogfish - Frogfishes are
found in almost all tropical and subtropical oceans and seas around
the world. Frogfishes have a stocky appearance, Ranging from 2.5–38
cm long, their plump, high-backed, unstreamlined body is scaleless
and bare, often covered with bumpy, bifurcated spinules.
Tang - Tang is one of the
most popular fish families for saltwater hobbyists. There many
colour varieties of tangs along with many different temperaments and
eating habits.
Sail Fish – Sailfish are
predominantly blue to grey in colour and have a characteristic
erectile dorsal fin known as a sail, which often stretches the
entire length of the back. Another notable characteristic is the
elongated bill.
Shark - There are more
than 350 different kinds of sharks. Sharks come in many different
shapes and sizes, but most are long and thin, with powerful jaws.
Their teeth are constantly replaced throughout their lives.
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