![]() ![]() This fish belongs to Central America and Mexico. You can find them in various colors and the most common ones are silver and blue-green bodies. Rainbow fish have more than 70 species with an average length of 4 to 6 inches. They are known for their vibrant colors, but they start showing their colors only in adulthood. Their large fins make them a target of fin-nipping fish. The males of this species are among the most colorful fish as they develop redbreast on maturity. They originate from the shallow tropical waters of Thailand. ![]() They are omnivores with a life span of five years. Pearl Gourami, got this name as they have beautiful white spots on their body. They can be 8 to 10 inches long and come in different shades like green, blue, red, yellow, and brown. Discus is also known as the king of aquariums and belongs to the floodplains of the Amazon. These are peaceful, omnivorous fish with a life span of ten years. There are lots of varieties of Molly, but the most sought-after one is velvety black Molly. They are plant and algae eaters and can reach up to 5 inches in length. These fish belong to the rivers of the United States and Mexico. They can feed on both plant and animal food. Platies love to swim in small groups and hide among the floating leaves. They are small, peaceful fish with a lifespan of three to five years. Platy fish refers to three species- Southern Platy, Variable Platy, and Swordtail Platy. This is a community fish that travel in groups. Zebras are surface-dwelling and cold-water fish. They have blue-purple horizontal stripes on their silver-gold body. Zebra Danios are now mostly captive-bred for aquariums. They natively belong to Asia, covering parts of Myanmar, Bangladesh, India, and Pakistan. They can easily blend with the environment and remain motionless for a long duration, therefore earning the name master of disguise. They prefer to eat algae that grow in the tank, hence keeping it clean. These fish are known as dark fish that cleans your aquarium. These are known for their brood care, as they are very protective towards their offspring till they are ready to leave their territory. Oscar fish has a life span of twenty years. They are predatory fish and feed on several aquatic organisms by creating suction to capture the prey. ![]() If you plan to keep this fish in an aquarium, add some plants, as it loves to hide even when not in danger. These fishes are at risk because of the loss of natural habitat. Minnows and carps also belong to this family. It is the fish family with the largest number of fishes, with over 2000 species. They are generally captive-bred in the Far East and Eastern Europe. They originate from rivers and streams of Orinoco and Amazon in Brazil, Columbia, and Peru.Įach month more than 1.5 million neon tetras are imported to the United States. It has blue stripes running across its body which makes it visible in the darkness. The fully grown angelfish can reach up to 6 inches in length. They have extra long fins and thin bodies with either stripes or markings. They are also known as scalars and are popular as aquarium pets. These fishes are also omnivores and require both plant and animal food. They can coexist with other breeds and, unlike their name, are not aggressive at all. They are omnivorous but do enjoy plant food more. These fish also go by the name Siamese fighting fish. It lives peacefully and is easy to breed. This fish has more than 700 species, all varying in pattern and color. They vary in size and color and the most common one is Bronze Cory catfish. These social fishes are known for their calmness and are described as armored catfish as these fishes have bone-like plates on their bodies. The male guppy is much brighter than the female, which is duller in appearance. They are social creatures and enjoy living in groups. Guppy is a hardy, energetic, and colorful freshwater breed. Their color may vary from orange-gold to grayish-white to olive green. Even there is a goldfish with bubbly-looking eyes. Some Goldfish have a peacock-type tails, while some are egg-shaped. They also vary in size, color, and shape. Their size can vary depending on the environment and its type. They are the most popular freshwater fish and are also kept as pets in aquariums. Now you know what freshwater fishes are and where to find them, so let’s dive deep to latch on to some popular freshwater fishes. ![]()
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