Fish 6 inches and under

Males and females are both 4.7 in. Fairy Wrasses and territorially aggressive species such as Surgeons may cause conflict. Minimum tank size is 66 gal. for one, 120 gal. for a pair. This fish does best when housed in a pair or a group. Found in the Western Central Pacific, this fish is difficult to […]

The Spotted Coral Croucher is not always easily available. However, it is not particularly expensive and has a very unique look. This fish is found in the tropical Indo-Pacific. The males and females are both 2 in. Gobies who share the same type of environment may be problematic, but it won’t fight with other species. […]

The Red Blotched Perchlet is found in Indonesia and the Philippines. It is rarely caught and is therefore an expensive fish. Males and females are both about 1.8 in. in length. Any fish that are larger and aggressive can cause problems in a tank. This fish should not be mixed with big dottybacks, hawkfishes, aggressive […]

The Milletseed Butterflyfish (also known as Lemon Butterflyfish) is flat and tall, so it can easily swim in and out of crevices within the coral reefs. These fish are mostly yellow with blue markings block dots. The dots serve as camouflage. This fish is native to Hawaii and is the most prominent fish in the […]

Female Pacific Fire Anemonefish are 4 3/4 in., males are smaller. They can be kept singly or in male/female pairs and can breed in an aquarium. They are usually ignored by other fish. Tank minimum is 46 gal. This fish is found in the tropical Pacific. Pacific Fire Anemonefish eat mysis, chopped shellfish, brineshrimp, and […]

Clarke’s Anemonefish are also called Yellowtail clownfish and are extremely popular aquarium fish. These fish have vivid black, white and yellow stripes, though the exact pattern shows considerable geographical variation. They are natively found in Indo-Pacific waters. Because they are bred in captivity, they are easy to find and reasonably priced. They are a perfect […]

The Potter’s Dwarf Angelfish is a difficult fish to keep and not a good choice for a beginner. It is found in the Johnston Islands and Hawaii. The males are 4 in. long, while the females are 3.1 in. There may be territorial aggression unless fish of different size is present. The minimum size tank […]

The Hawaiian Spotted Pufferfish is also called the White Spotted Sharpnose Puffer. It is native to the Hawaiian Islands. It is hardy and a good beginner fish, although some people are put off by its aggressive nature. Males and females are up to 3.5 in. Most fish ignore this fish. However do not house with […]

The Blue-green Chromis is a hardy inexpensive fish appropriate for a beginner. It is best kept in groups of 3 or more. It’s found throughout the tropical Indo-Pacific. Males are 3.1 in., the females smaller. These fish should be kept separate from predatory fish. The minimum tank size 13 gal. Although they are small, they […]

The Eightline Wrasse is sometimes mistakenly called the Twelve Line Wrasse. It is ideal for a fish-only tank. It is exceptionally hardy, easy to feed and readily available, but can be very aggressive to other fish. Other Wrasses and Dottybacks can be aggressive towards it. Adult Eightline Wrasse reach 5.5 in. The minimum tank size […]