Native Indian Fish
Gelius Barb
This lovely little barb is a spectacular candidate for the nano and planted aquarium. It can even be kept with dwarf shrimp! The Golden Dwarf Barb (Pethia gelius) is a very small barb species that is an excellent fish for the nano or planted aquarium. It is known for its small size, faded black s...
Golden mahseer 6"
The Mahseer carps from India are mythical fishes. They belong to the largest carp species of the subcontinent and it is said that they can reach up to 2 m in length. These carps inhabit the same ecological niches in India that are held in Europe by the salmons and trouts. Like in the latter the s...
Black Kuhli Loach **RARE**
Distribution: India, Bangladesh, Myanmar Sexual Dimorphism: Females probably noticeably plumper when loaded with eggs as seen with other Pangio species. Maximum size: 6cm (2.5 inches) Similar to: Pangio oblonga, Pangio filinaris, Pangio mariarum Care: All kuhli loaches require mature aquaria a...
Mango Goby **First Time Ever**
THIS IS THE FIRST EVER OFFERING OF THIS SPECIES IN THE INDIAN HOBBY! Agoby that will grow to a maximum of 3inch in size and will do perfectly fine in a completely freshwater setup. These will east shrimps so not ideal for an aquarium with shrimp. They won't jump out of open top aquariums. These w...
Sun Catfish 6inch
Common name:Â Sun catfish, Gold spotted Thai cat, Gunther's catfishScientific name:Â Horabagrus brachysomaPronounced:Â Hor-ah-bag-russ brak-eye-soh-merOrigin:Â Found in swamps, boggy pools, lakes and the backwaters of rivers in Kerala, Canara and Malabar, southern India.Size:Â There's an error in the ...
Dawkinsia arulius
 ONE OF THE SUPER RARE Dawkinsia SPECIES Not difficult to keep in a well-maintained set-up, though we recommend aquascaping the tank to resemble a flowing stream or river with a substrate of variably-sized, water-worn rocks, sand, fine gravel and perhaps some small boulders. This can be further ...
Knight Goby
A soft, sandy substrate is ideal for this species. Also provide lots of caves, nooks and crannies where it can lurk and form territories. Although commonly found in freshwater in nature, this goby appears to do better with the addition of salt in the aquarium. Saying that though, this species has...
Channa stewarti 6"
Aggression - Aggressive Compatibility - Large Carnivorous Fish Size available - 6-7 inch Final Size - 12-14inch Feeding - Currently Feeding on AQA Carnivore Pellets
Gymnothorax tile, 'Freshwater' Moray Eel
The  Moray Eel (Gymnothorax polyuranodon), also known as the Tiger or Blackspotted Moray Eel, is a very uncommon species that is native to Northern Australia and other areas in the Indo-Pacific region. Unlike other "freshwater" moray species that simply venture temporarily into freshwater habitat...
Red Dwarf Chameleon Badis
Introduction to Badis Fish Species The Badis genus, with approximately two dozen recognized species, is an exclusive resident of South and Southeast Asia's freshwater ecosystems. These species, along with their close relatives from the Dario genus, are collectively known as chameleonfishes—a name...
Zipper Loach
The Zipper Loach will thrive in a planted aquarium with very clean, well-maintained, high-oxygen water of moderate or high water flow and is generally peaceful with other species of fish, although its boisterous nature can be stressful to other very passive fish. It is an excellent tank mate for ...
Pea Puffer
This nano-sized, fully freshwater pufferfish is full of personality and is a fascinating fish for small and medium aquariums! Â The Indian Dwarf Pea Puffer (Carinotetraodon imitator) is a very popular nano/planted tank fish. It has a very distinctive and interactive personality that has endeared ...
Dwarf Blue Gourami (Wild)
Natural RangeDwarf Gouramis are found in river plains in North Eastern India, Assam, and Bangladesh. They usually inhabit densely vegetated slow moving water. Maximum Size and LongevityDwarf Gouramis will grow to approximately 7cm long. They will live for up to 4 years if kept in the correct w...
Badis badis
The Blue Badis (Badis badis), also commonly known as the Chameleon Fish, is a nano-sized member of the perch family indigenous to the Ganges River system of India. The “chameleon fish” name refers to the unique ability of this fish, particularly adult males, to dramatically change colors during ...
Drapefin Barb XL
A small, peaceful barb found in clear water streams in Northeastern India, the Drape Fin or High Fin Barb is named for the spectacular large dorsal fins of adult males, which are used in mating displays. A shoaling fish, they are found in large aggregations in the wild and should be kept in group...
This our collection of Fish that are Native to India. Most of which are rarely appreciated and even harder to find. We bring you this exclusive curated collection of fish from all corners of India.
We hope you will take the plunge to appreciate these jewels from our own Country.
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