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Fish Species Library
Listings by Family
Anabantoids

Bettas and Gouramis

 Catfish

Catfish

 Characins

Hatchetfish, Piranhas, Silver Dollars, Tetras
Cichlids

Angelfish, Cichlids, Discus

 Cyprinids

Barbs, Danios, Goldfish, Koi

 Livebearers

Guppies, Mollies, Platies, Swords
Loaches

Loaches

 Other

Other Fish, Crabs, Frogs, Shrimp

 Rainbowfish

Rainbowfish
Alphabetical Lists
  • Common Name Index
    If you know the common name of your fish, but don't know the scientific name, this is the place to find it. This cross-reference contains the names of over a thousand fish.

  • Profiles by Common Name - A to K
    Profiles of freshwater fish with common names that begin with A through K. Each profile includes common and scientific name, water conditions, size of adult fish, lifespan, diet requirements, breeding type, and a photo.

  • Profiles by Common Name - L to Z
    Profiles of freshwater fish with common names that begin with L through Z. Each profile includes common and scientific name, water conditions, size of adult fish, lifespan, diet requirements, breeding type, and a photo.

  • Profiles by Scientific Name - A to Z
    Profiles of freshwater fish alphabetically by scientific name. Each profile includes common and scientific name, water conditions, size of adult fish, lifespan, diet requirements, breeding type, and a photo.
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