Categories

Grouped by family, habitat, and keeping difficulty. A fish can appear in more than one.

Tetras & schoolers

Small, peaceful fish that need company of their own kind. Keep six or more; a lone schooler hides and fades. Most prefer soft, slightly acidic water and dim, planted tanks.

Freshwater

Cichlids

3 fish

Territorial and intelligent. From peaceful dwarfs to rift-lake bruisers.

Freshwater

Livebearers

2 fish

Hardy, colourful, and prolific. Expect fry.

Freshwater

Catfish & bottom dwellers

4 fish

Sand-sifters and algae eaters. Need soft substrate and hiding spots.

Freshwater

Bettas & gouramis

2 fish

Labyrinth fish that breathe air. Calm water, warm temperatures.

Freshwater

Reef fish

3 fish

Coral-safe marine species for mature reef systems.

Saltwater

Clownfish & damsels

1 fish

Bold, hardy marine fish. Most beginner reefs start here.

Saltwater

Wrasses & gobies

3 fish

Active pest-eaters and sand-sifters. Tight lids required.

Saltwater

Beginner-friendly

9 fish

Forgiving of water swings and feeding mistakes.

Both

Nano tank

5 fish

Comfortable in 40 litres or less as a proper group.

Both