All over the globe, fishes are found in all types of water. There are 32,000 species of fish known at the moment. All of them are cold-blooded, which means that their body temperature is the same as the environment in which they live. Fishes are considered vertebrates, meaning they have backbones that are similar to human beings. All species of fish have fins and gills that allow them to swim and breathe. Here’s a list of the 10 most stunning fishes found in water, including lakes, oceans and streams.
1.Discuss Fish
Discus Fish is a type cichlid that is known as the “King” of the Aquarium Fish. It has a unique pattern on its bodies, which includes nine horizontal stripes and wavy lines. Although the fish species can be found in many vivid colors, the majority of them can be seen in blue, green, and brown. These colors will shine brighter when the fish is experiencing intense emotions like fear. It is believed to have originated in the Amazon basin of South America. Its unique feature is its tiny mouth, which appears as if it is posing.
2.Mandarinfish
Because of its colorful body, the Mandarinfish is one of the most stunning fish in the world. It can be seen mostly in the Indo-Pacific. The Mandarin Dragonet is also known by the Green Mandarin fish, Striped Mandarin, Psychedelic fish, and Mandarin Goby. It can grow up to 3 inches in length. The most notable feature of the fish is its reproduction “dance”, which occurs at sunset when females form groups and meet their male mates. They also love small crustaceans, protozoans and worms. Mandarinfish Scorpionfish is the most well-known predator. However, the greatest threat to Mandarinfish fish comes from humans who use them in the fish tank industry.
3.Flame Angelfish
Flame Angelfish is the most common species of dwarf angelfish. It can be identified by its bright orange color with vertical black stripes that highlight the body. Beautiful horizontal black stripes can also be seen on the anal and dorsal caudal sections of the blue-tipped dorsal fins. This fish is also known by the names Flaming Angelfish or Japanese Pygmy Anglefish. It can be found in the Pacific Ocean and west Hawaii. They can eat almost any food, and are also difficult to breed in an aquarium. It can grow to 4 inches in length and eats high-quality meaty products such as mysid and frozen shrimps, angelfish preparations, marine algae, and high-quality fish.
4.Moorish Idols
Moorish Idols, a butterflyfish type, is one of the most beautiful fishes on the planet. Monish idols, or Morish idols, is a coral reef fish that belongs to the Zanclidae family. It can grow to a maximum length of 23 cm. The name is derived from the Moorish community in Africa. The appearance of the species is a mixture of brightly coloured vertical bars and disk-shaped bodies. It is widespread in the Indo-Pacific region, which includes southern Japan, Micronesia and Hawaii. It enjoys eating tunicates, sponges, and other invertebrates in the benthic area, which is a zone on the seafloor.
5.Parrotfish
Parrotfish is a social fish and is found in the Scaridae family. The appearance of the Parrotfish is a combination of large scales and heavy bodies. They can be seen in tropical areas around the globe. You can also find it in many colors, depending on the species, maturity, and status. There are currently 90 species of parrotfishes known to us. They have a distinctive hook-shaped beak, hence the name Parrotfish. Because they eat seaweed and other insects, they are one reason coral reefs exist. It can reach 1.2m (4ft) in height and weighs around 100lbs.
6.Regal Blue Tangs
Regal Blue Tangs, small fishes found in the Indo-Pacific, are known as Regal Blue Tangs. You can identify them by their vibrant colours of royal blue, canary yellow, and they are listed as one the most beautiful fishes in all of the world. The blue tang is also known by the name palette surgeonfish. It was popularized after the movie Finding Nemo, in which it is a main character. It is not recommended for aquariums as it is highly susceptible to diseases and infections. It can reach up to 12-25 cm in height and weighs approximately 600.0 grams. It was a marine plant feeder and prefers subtropical coastal marine waters. It is scientifically known as Perciformes. It has 148 families and approximately 9,300 species.
7.Banggai Cardinalfish
Banggai Cardinalfish is a small, bony marine fish that is indigenous to the Banggai Archipelago of Indonesia. Although the average lifespan is 2.5-3 years, it can live up to 5 years. The tropical cardinalfish is a member of the Apogonidae family and the only one in its genus. This is one the most sought-after aquarium fishes. It can grow to 8cm in size and is one of few marine fishes that has been kept in captivity. The body features striking patterns and long fins.
8.Clownfish
The distinctive characteristics of clownfish are their orange bodies and three white bands around their fins. On average, Clownfish can grow up to 11cm in length. There are currently 28 species of Clownfish. They are all omnivores, meaning they can eat both animals and plants. It can eat algae, zooplankton, and small crustaceans. Clownfish can transform into females by changing their sex. This happens when the dominant female dies. Then, majorly males turn into females. This is most common in coral reefs along the coast of South Asia and Australia.
9.Dwarf Gourami
Dwarf Gourami, also known as powder blue gourami, red gourami, sunset gourami and flame gourami, is a peaceful fish that can grow to 2 inches in length. It has a life expectancy of 4 years. They are also called labyrinth fish, meaning they can breath directly from the air using a labyrinth organ. Trichogaster Iulius, scientifically known, is a member of the Belontiidae family. It can be found in India, West Bengal and Assam. This fish species is Omnivore and prefers a pH between 6.0 and 7.5. It can be used in both small and large aquariums.
Blueface Angelfish
Blueface Angelfish is also known as Yellowface Angelfish or Blueface Angelfish. It is believed to have been born in the waters of Blueface Angelfish or Yellowface Angelfish. This beautiful tropical fish is also known as Yellowmask Angelfish. The colour pattern is what makes it easy to identify. It has a blue reticulated design near the head, and a yellow mask over the eyes. It is found in the Eastern Indian and Western Pacific Oceans. The species’ face is brighter than other parts of their body, and they are more susceptible to stress than other fishes with the same size.
