PetMall Encyclopedia
Browse published fish breed profiles curated by the PetMall editorial desk.
35 breeds available
Angelfish is a medium fish originating from South America. In New Zealand its status is legal in nz, so Kiwi owners should confirm MPI and local council rules before sourcing one. Typical lifespan is 10-15 years.
Archerfish is a medium fish originating from Indo-Pacific. In New Zealand its status is legal in nz, so Kiwi owners should confirm MPI and local council rules before sourcing one. Typical lifespan is 5-10 years.
Betta Fish (Siamese Fighting Fish) is a small fish originating from Southeast Asia. In New Zealand its status is legal in nz, so Kiwi owners should confirm MPI and local council rules before sourcing one. Typical lifespan is 2-5 years.
Black Moor Goldfish is a small fish originating from China. In New Zealand its status is legal in nz, so Kiwi owners should confirm MPI and local council rules before sourcing one. Typical lifespan is 10-15 years.
Blue Acara is a medium fish originating from South America. In New Zealand its status is legal in nz, so Kiwi owners should confirm MPI and local council rules before sourcing one. Typical lifespan is 7-10 years.
Blue Tang is a medium fish originating from Indo-Pacific. In New Zealand its status is legal in nz, so Kiwi owners should confirm MPI and local council rules before sourcing one. Typical lifespan is 8-20 years.
Bristlenose Pleco is a small fish originating from South America. In New Zealand its status is legal in nz, so Kiwi owners should confirm MPI and local council rules before sourcing one. Typical lifespan is 12-15 years.
Cardinal Tetra is a small fish originating from South America. In New Zealand its status is legal in nz, so Kiwi owners should confirm MPI and local council rules before sourcing one. Typical lifespan is 4-5 years.
Cherry Barb is a small fish originating from Sri Lanka. In New Zealand its status is legal in nz, so Kiwi owners should confirm MPI and local council rules before sourcing one. Typical lifespan is 4-6 years.
Clownfish (Nemo Fish) is a small fish originating from Indo-Pacific. In New Zealand its status is legal in nz, so Kiwi owners should confirm MPI and local council rules before sourcing one. Typical lifespan is 6-10 years.
Corydoras Catfish is a small fish originating from South America. In New Zealand its status is legal in nz, so Kiwi owners should confirm MPI and local council rules before sourcing one. Typical lifespan is 5-10 years.
Discus is a medium fish originating from Amazon River. In New Zealand its status is legal in nz, so Kiwi owners should confirm MPI and local council rules before sourcing one. Typical lifespan is 10-15 years.
Dwarf Gourami is a small fish originating from South Asia. In New Zealand its status is legal in nz, so Kiwi owners should confirm MPI and local council rules before sourcing one. Typical lifespan is 4-6 years.
Electric Eel is a large fish originating from South America. In New Zealand its status is restricted in nz, so Kiwi owners should confirm MPI and local council rules before sourcing one. Typical lifespan is 10-22 years.
Fancy Goldfish is a small fish originating from China. In New Zealand its status is legal in nz, so Kiwi owners should confirm MPI and local council rules before sourcing one. Typical lifespan is 10-15 years.
Fire Eel is a large fish originating from Southeast Asia. In New Zealand its status is legal in nz, so Kiwi owners should confirm MPI and local council rules before sourcing one. Typical lifespan is 10-18 years.
Flowerhorn Cichlid is a medium fish originating from Hybrid. In New Zealand its status is legal in nz, so Kiwi owners should confirm MPI and local council rules before sourcing one. Typical lifespan is 10-12 years.
Frontosa Cichlid is a large fish originating from Lake Tanganyika. In New Zealand its status is legal in nz, so Kiwi owners should confirm MPI and local council rules before sourcing one. Typical lifespan is 15-25 years.
Goldfish is a small fish originating from China. In New Zealand its status is legal in nz, so Kiwi owners should confirm MPI and local council rules before sourcing one. Typical lifespan is 10-15 years.
Guppy is a small fish originating from South America. In New Zealand its status is legal in nz, so Kiwi owners should confirm MPI and local council rules before sourcing one. Typical lifespan is 1-3 years.
Harlequin Rasbora is a small fish originating from Southeast Asia. In New Zealand its status is legal in nz, so Kiwi owners should confirm MPI and local council rules before sourcing one. Typical lifespan is 5-8 years.
Koi Carp is a large fish originating from Japan. In New Zealand its status is restricted in nz, so Kiwi owners should confirm MPI and local council rules before sourcing one. Typical lifespan is 25-35 years.
Molly is a small fish originating from Central America. In New Zealand its status is legal in nz, so Kiwi owners should confirm MPI and local council rules before sourcing one. Typical lifespan is 3-5 years.
Neon Tetra is a small fish originating from South America. In New Zealand its status is legal in nz, so Kiwi owners should confirm MPI and local council rules before sourcing one. Typical lifespan is 5-10 years.
Oscar Fish is a large fish originating from South America. In New Zealand its status is legal in nz, so Kiwi owners should confirm MPI and local council rules before sourcing one. Typical lifespan is 10-15 years.
Paradise Fish is a small fish originating from East Asia. In New Zealand its status is legal in nz, so Kiwi owners should confirm MPI and local council rules before sourcing one. Typical lifespan is 6-8 years.
Peacock Cichlid is a medium fish originating from East Africa. In New Zealand its status is legal in nz, so Kiwi owners should confirm MPI and local council rules before sourcing one. Typical lifespan is 8-15 years.
Pearl Gourami is a small fish originating from Southeast Asia. In New Zealand its status is legal in nz, so Kiwi owners should confirm MPI and local council rules before sourcing one. Typical lifespan is 4-5 years.
Platy is a small fish originating from Central America. In New Zealand its status is legal in nz, so Kiwi owners should confirm MPI and local council rules before sourcing one. Typical lifespan is 2-4 years.
Rainbowfish is a small fish originating from Australia/New Guinea. In New Zealand its status is legal in nz, so Kiwi owners should confirm MPI and local council rules before sourcing one. Typical lifespan is 5-8 years.
Red-tailed Black Shark is a small fish originating from Thailand. In New Zealand its status is legal in nz, so Kiwi owners should confirm MPI and local council rules before sourcing one. Typical lifespan is 5-8 years.
Rope Fish is a medium fish originating from West Africa. In New Zealand its status is legal in nz, so Kiwi owners should confirm MPI and local council rules before sourcing one. Typical lifespan is 15-18 years.
Swordtail is a small fish originating from Central America. In New Zealand its status is legal in nz, so Kiwi owners should confirm MPI and local council rules before sourcing one. Typical lifespan is 3-5 years.
Tiger Barb is a small fish originating from Southeast Asia. In New Zealand its status is legal in nz, so Kiwi owners should confirm MPI and local council rules before sourcing one. Typical lifespan is 5-7 years.
Zebra Danio is a small fish originating from South Asia. In New Zealand its status is legal in nz, so Kiwi owners should confirm MPI and local council rules before sourcing one. Typical lifespan is 2-5 years.