Ranking The BEST Aquarium Fish

[@AquariumStoreDepot]

Check out the original blog post at - aquariumstoredepot.com/blogs/news/best-freshwater-aquarium-fish Don't forget to visit our partners: 🛒Amazon Store - www.amazon.com/shop/aquariumstoredepot 🌿 BucePlant - buceplant.com/collections/aquarium-plants?aff=10 🐟 FlipAquatics - flipaquatics.com/collections/all-nano-fish?aff=16 ⚗ CO2 Art - www.co2art.us/?ref=hk7lgv_xy7b 🦑 BulkReefSupply - bulkreefsupply.sjv.io/B0mX51 🐠 SaltwaterAquarium - www.saltwateraquarium.com/?aff=23 🚛 NextDayKoi - nextdaykoi.com/?rewards=123 Also if you noticed some of my comments that said D tier on the commentary but ended up as E tier - E tier is the correct rating. Just misspoke when I recorded the voice over 😅

[@adriancontpub]

I love how you break down each fish’s characteristics and maintenance needs. The tier list format is super engaging and informative.

[@AquariumStoreDepot]

Thanks, I try to make the information easy to digest! 😊

[@tjo25]

Gotta call out the Cory Cat disrespect! Many varieties and colors to pick from, perfect temperament and size, won't break the bank and very active in a group. At least "A" tier.

[@AquariumStoreDepot]

Comments like this are great 😊. Thank you for chiming in. They are great fish. Definitely can be A tier!

[@tjo25]

@@AquariumStoreDepot thanks for making such a fun video! I love a good tier list!

[@AquariumStoreDepot]

@@tjo25 thank you. I plan to make more. The audience seems to enjoy them 😊

[@echoesvayne9790]

I agree... the corydoras are the only reason my wife likes our fish tank because of the cuddle piles and current surfing

[@benjaminsutedjo]

I love how you broke down the different fish and explained why each one is special. It really helps for someone like me who's trying to decide what fish to get for my aquarium.

[@AafuKhadka]

The best aquarium fish include Betta fish for their vibrant colors, Neon Tetras for their peaceful nature, and Guppies for their lively patterns. Angelfish add elegance, making them all popular choices for any tank.

[@Darnss123]

But these are so basic!?

[@topglobalno1]

Yeah, for starters = Guppy + Neon Tetra!

[@bloemkoolendestreetgang450]

Ai lookin comment lol

[@Guildc0zii]

Angelfish are aggressive and end up killing almost all of their tank mates. Ive really only ever seen ciclids as successful tankmates with angelfish

[@MezoBear]

Honestly, this helped me break down what fish I wanted for a specific tank! Great tier video!

[@AquariumStoreDepot]

Thank you 😊. Glad it helped

[@VibeVoyager123]

I gained a lot from your insights on aquarium fish! The German Blue Rams caught my eye. They’re truly beautiful! Thank you for this helpful information!

[@Staggo_L]

Exceptional list. I love your vids. Hey, maybe, sometime, do one on Betta hendra. Few people may know of them (they’re an endangered species, but are being ethically bred now). Yet, they’re going to become the next big “thing”.

[@AquariumStoreDepot]

I can definitely do a video on them. I shy’ed away from the subject in the past because they were import only. I’ll need to look into the breeding side of things.

[@GhaniIbra-ou3bu]

Wow, lots of interesting information here! I like every detail of the Neon Tetras Aquarium

[@tsonlinestore4023]

Thanks for this awesome ranking of the best aquarium fish! Your insights and recommendations are super helpful for anyone looking to build a beautiful and thriving tank. The variety you showcased is great for all experience levels. Keep up the fantastic content!

[@AquariumStoreDepot]

Glad you enjoyed the video! 😊

[@BishalShah3369]

This was just the video I was looking for it got so many information and advices. Thanks for posting this video

[@SNMusicz]

Awesome list! It’s always exciting to see which fish make the top spots. A great guide for anyone looking to start or improve their aquarium!

[@AquariumStoreDepot]

Thanks, I try to include the best of the best! 👍

[@TessaGrey9]

This video ranked the best aquarium fish, helping me choose the perfect species for my next tank!

[@garg4531]

I remember the first time I saw a "beginner fish" tier list, it really inspired me to try my own hand at something like that (an ongoing project for several years as I keep revamping it 😅) Can't wait to check out how yours looks!

[@AquariumStoreDepot]

Oh it’s on the list 😊. Honestly it’s best to just get it done and watch the comments fly 😆

[@yopiewp]

Awesome list! Bettas have always been my go-to fish-so easy to care for and they really add a pop of color to any tank. Thanks for the recommendations!

[@AquariumStoreDepot]

Thank you 😊. I love Bettas. I always try to put them in any community tank if I can manage it. The fact that’s it’s usually warm here tends to help me since it’s harder for me to do a room temperature tank - though the algae issues can be 😆

[@divinerule2144]

This helps me a lot for developing some knowledge about aquarium fish and thanks for this helpful content.

[@Pororo22661]

I like how you categorize it this way, it makes it easier to understand for almost everyone and also looks more interesting and convincing.😅

[@AquariumStoreDepot]

The feedback for my first tier list video was so good I had to make another 😅

[@gayashanmadushanka-e2d]

This was exactly the information I was looking for thanks for bringing us this video and explaining it so well. I wish you nothing but success.

[@AquariumStoreDepot]

Thanks so much for the kind words! I appreciate the support!

[@dpowers2005]

I love nano fish in my 20long planted tank. I have green neon tetras, ember tetras and cardinal tetras (so much prettier than the regular neon tetras, in my opinion). It's so fun watching them school together, yet each variety still stand out.

[@AquariumStoreDepot]

That’s awesome 😎

[@ShivaRadhe1818]

Amazing video I would love to watch more videos like this I hope you keep uploading them too

[@brad6619]

Most accurate list of all time👍👍

[@loveisthe23]

Great video! Learned about the best aquarium fish rankings. The recommendations were super helpful for my choices!

[@AquariumStoreDepot]

Thanks! I am glad you found it helpful! 😊

[@siberianhusky8005]

These species are perfect for many fishkeepers to add in their aquarium. German Blue Rams is the best one. The unique pattern and beautiful bright blue color on its body makes it a good option to own! Thank you so much for doing this video.

[@AquariumStoreDepot]

They look great just hard to keep for most 😅

[@JimOffice87]

Really very nice and useful video, very easy and understandable to explain, thank you for your information and keep it up? I will be more attentive to your content, you have helped me a lot, thanks again.

[@christymelan]

Excellent information. Really I learned lot of new information about Aquarium Fishes 🐟. Really interesting and well explained. Tkx for sharing this information.

[@jyotish42035]

That's just amazing.The of fish are just so sweat. Thank you so much .

[@AquariumStoreDepot]

I agree, they are beautiful creatures!

[@reshabardi]

wow this was best information on BEST Aquarium Fish best video im so excited thank

[@bardicdad]

I would bump dwarf or as you call them "pea" puffers up to C. I've owned them, and they are ultra cute. They can nip, but they are so small the nips are negligible. It's like getting -1 damage on a Balrog. Give them some small snails to clear out, and they will happily busy themselves munching on them and clearing them out for you. They love to eat brine shrimp. Keep them fed well, and they will do good. They can be susceptible to disease, though.

[@yoimba]

my dojo loaches are my S tier. its like a dog you adopted and they're happy to be there. always up for being held:)

[@AmericaLussa]

Amazing video, thanks a lot for teaching us this incredible things

[@AquariumStoreDepot]

I'm happy you learned something new 😁

[@Mynewstartups]

Woah Unbelievable this video is Really educational I loved it

[@pokejuice1495]

Fun video. I have guppies, angels and pictus catfish together and they all get along well. Bristlenose can be great for any tank above 10 gal as they only get about 6in. Common plecos are the ones that get huge.

[@AquariumStoreDepot]

Awesome to hear. I love making the tierlist videos - so much different than what I see on the FishTube. I plan to make a lot more of them in the future

[@unforeseencircumstances]

Best is debatable and there are so many fishes to choose from but still cool video

[@AquariumStoreDepot]

Thanks you. And yes I agree there are many ways to determine a tier list. This is just my personal opinion

[@baldeagleshirt]

Man this is so helpful!

[@myank1121]

such an amazing and rally the good looking best fishes

[@adityaverma7981]

Great content.. very engaging and interesting.. I completely agree with your list

[@AquariumStoreDepot]

Thank you 😊. My audience loves this new series. I’m going to do a lot more in the future. I have to get through my backlog first 😅

[@MrMattemannen76]

Corydoras, amano shrimp and kuhli loaches are S-tier :)

[@RaufFaik21]

Dear sir your video is about fish aquarium, is next Level. You always give us great info and good ideas about aquarium Fish related topis.Iam Really greatfull to you, your videos alwys helps me. Keep up this good work man.

[@AquariumStoreDepot]

Thank you for the kind words. I’ve been trying a lot more to delivery entertaining content that’s educational too ❤️

[@thanhbui8064]

Redtail Catfish should be number 1, so very easy to keep!

[@AquariumStoreDepot]

It gets massive 😅

[@SajibKundu-l5w]

this video is really amazing and good video

[@lewishopkins5779]

Corydoras need to be a or s tier. Gold lasers and sterbais can easily be the star of any aquarium with their looks

[@rubenowitzv.3135]

My Panda 🐼 Cory’s Rule The Aquarium caves & 🌱 plants 👍🏻✨

[@AquariumStoreDepot]

Nice 👍

[@TenorCantusFirmus]

Unfortunately neons have actually been overbred and become fragile... I considered them for my tank, but then preferred lambchop / espei rasboras to them. Having had both pearl gouramis and Congo tetras I 100% agree on both - Truly S-Tiers, albeit for Congos I'd suggest at least 60 gallons since they enjoy being in large schools and while slowly, they move continuously. I wouldn't even like them to be more popular, partly because of their need for large tanks which not everyone is willing to provide, and partly because every time a fish gets too "trendy" it eventually ends up like neons have... I also have red cherrys with the rasboras and they are an excellent addition to aquariums. They also breed easily, and it's nice to always discover cute baby shrimps of various different colors in the midst of vegetation.

[@AquariumStoreDepot]

Thanks for commenting. I’m glad the word is getting out for neon tetras. They get neon tetras disease way too common nowadays

[@TenorCantusFirmus]

@@AquariumStoreDepot It's not just the word... I unfortunately have had first-hand experience of mass mortality in neon tetras, and now I have switched to other species to avoid it.

[@DaduMondal-f9c]

Amazing video

[@AquariumStoreDepot]

Thanks for watching!

[@Julummg]

Wow very nice and beautiful fish and its aquarium is also very nice

[@fernedowns6652]

In my opinion the best fish are neon and cardinal tetras for their color betta fish for their personality and angelfish for their beauty and their elegance although they can be aggressive

[@mitch7110]

The Denison Barb is my favorite looking freshwater fish

[@mitch7110]

Who the fuck doesn't like the aesthetic of Plecostomus?????

[@scarletHerbst]

Pretty sure if Batman had an aquarium it will be filled with Black Phantom Tetras or Black Sailfin Molly

[@AnikDay-k7k]

Very nice video

[@AquariumStoreDepot]

Appreciate it!

[@Chickenwingdings725]

I gotta argue this man, otocinlus are the most underrated fish in the hobby. These fish are adorable little hard workers. Can literally be put in any size tank so they are very handy and versatile. The utility and the fact these guys are adorable is enough however put these guys in a group and they get even more active. Very effective and the best title for them is what the Chinese alage eater has. "Most hard working cleaner". These guys easily earn a spot on the A tier list. Oh yes and they can be with bettas too so there is a tankmate for them (trust it works). These are perfect for peaceful community tanks and even have a nice stripe which looks really nice to a tank. Now for the part where you said these guys die alot due to not having enough food that is not a proper argument. Literally all cleaner fish need food and wafers. It's on the fish ownee so it DOES NOT count.

[@AquariumStoreDepot]

I have to remind everyone in my videos but I would hear about that a lot when I worked at the LFS 😅

[@Chickenwingdings725]

@AquariumStoreDepot I see so you were just saying a PSA at the end. I see you didn't disagree though. They truly are A tier fish. I have been a happy owner of otocinlus for years now and learned more about them. They absolutely get more comfortable when they get in schools but you can keep one. I currently have 4 of them in a 55 gallon tank with Neon tetras and rummy nose with live plants. This hobby is amazing when you know what your doing. Otocinlus are still A tier man. No disrespect but they don't belong where you put them.

[@aizahpacalna9286]

Top 3 of my most favourite fish!?!: 1.Betta fish! Why?:they look like flowers and they only need 5-10 gallon, 2.Loaches fish. Why?:I love fish that help cleans the fish tank and when I see them like cleaning their so cute plus I love their colors!!! 3.Oscar fish? Why?:I love Oscar for their size and color specially the color black and yellow ones.

[@AquariumStoreDepot]

Love it 😍

[@aizahpacalna9286]

@@AquariumStoreDepot thx!

[@amerkassas]

if u know about pond fish, can u do a tier list for them

[@AquariumStoreDepot]

I have kept ponds before. I will add this to my list. There won’t be many but I can definetly do that 😊

[@suriV05]

What about normal goldfish or even ropefish

[@AquariumStoreDepot]

Normal goldfish like comets etc would still be lower tier because they get big. They do pretty well in ponds if you don’t want koi

[@suriV05]

@AquariumStoreDepot omg I love. Koi. Im a beginner with this stuff and can't do it for a year or so but I would love to have beautiful koi and a lot of the fish you featured in this vid

[@Timecapsule911]

Underwater wrestlemani was the funniest thing i have heard in a while lmao

[@AquariumStoreDepot]

Thanks 😊. I try to make it light

[@CabirBinHayyann]

Kings are Viejas, Midas, Red Devil, Dovii, Jaguar and Green Terrör(gold saum)

[@AquariumStoreDepot]

I should do an aggressive fish tier list 🤔

[@CabirBinHayyann]

@@AquariumStoreDepot yes man

[@afiqfaiz387]

I agreed with goldfish. These fish is a poop machine. Please do not kept goldfish in a small tank / bowl. They can be large in size (depends on the breed) & need a delicate care. Some breeder do water change everyday to maintain a stable water parameter

[@chia_pet7121]

Where do you get the little betta crowns?

[@AquariumStoreDepot]

😂. That would be tough to make them for them. I think it would trigger a lot of folks to make an accessory like that 😅

[@reijoshualadjahasan]

I agree. MAKE CONGO TETRAS THE FASHION ICON OF THE FISH WORLD LIKE BRUH THEY ARE THE PRETTIEST FISH I HAVE EVER SEEN. They look so simple yet not simple like minimalist but over the top like hoooow

[@paulwarren717]

😮 the comment about the Loaches felt abit direct 😂

[@AquariumStoreDepot]

Oooof 😅. I got my roast on with this video

[@893263007]

White Cloud Mountain minnows are so good

[@AquariumStoreDepot]

They are lovely 😊

[@anikdas9804]

Hello sir one of my favorite hobby in future is to breed marine fishes in aquarium. How to breed can you make a good video or present it. I like your video very much. I like to get a lot of information about new fish farming.

[@AquariumStoreDepot]

It’s a good video idea. Not sure how many will watch it though. My SW videos don’t do that well. Which is funny because I know more about SW than FW 😅

[@rouleslite5312]

No but rummy nose tetras can get fungus easily. It's the thing that even the fish breeders can't even control. The sad thing? They're somekind of having allergy to the malachite fish treatment.

[@AquariumStoreDepot]

Thanks for sharing. That’s unfortunate to hear. I’ve had nothing but good experiences with them. Sucks to hear they are allergic to a medication too 😢

[@peterpetric349]

Please ranking best nano tank fishes

[@AquariumStoreDepot]

Another one to add to the list ✍️

[@tomongvue6934]

How do u feel about bolivian rams?

[@AquariumStoreDepot]

Way better choice than a German blue. I could have made this video an hour lol g but than the tierlist looks overwhelming. I would say they are a C tier. They are still more delicate and have good looks. Better choice than a German Blue. Could make an argument for B tier for someone who has experience. Great community fish if placed in a larger tank.

[@FloresRonny]

Good job I loved what accounts with all my support I wish you success in this and the projects to come !!!

[@drkcyd1]

I would not have included appearance as a criteria for this. I would think a beginner would see a discus fish at the "B" ranking and think they could handle a "B" rated fish. The discus might be one of the most difficult, yet commercially available, aquarium fish to keep. They should be ranked lowest on a tier list of "BEST" aquarium fish to keep for so many reasons. In fact, every discuss owner will tell you that you have to WANT to KEEP a discus fish not just OWN discus fish.

[@drkcyd1]

Kind of like how everyone wants a horse until it's time to shovel horse poop.

[@AquariumStoreDepot]

A tier in looks - D tier when it comes to needs. F tier for most breeds.

[@juanHernandez-tw1bn]

I feel red tail sharks and there cousins the rainbow shark are very misunderstood. There Asian minnows they need numbers, like a tiger barb. I hade 75 with 15 red tails, 10 rainbows , 4 Siamese algae eaters and a dozen golden shinners and they all school as a whole, never fought for space

[@natillano]

Gave all positive comments, still ranked C 😅

[@rogerhuggettjr.7675]

I'm surprised you think cardinals are better than neons. I like cardinals better, but I can't keep them alive while having little problem with neons. When I talked to my fish store owner about this he said that cardinals and rummy nosed tetras are the fish that seem to have the hardest time adjusting to new tanks.

[@AquariumStoreDepot]

It’s because neons tend to get neon tetra disease. I never had issues with rummies and think they are amazing fish. I don’t buy stock from local fish stores anymore since I have Rob at Flip Aquatics who sends me QT’ed fish which has taken away a lot of the stress of new additions. I do the same with saltwater from TSM or Divers Den. People don’t like me for getting fish online, but I generally don’t have good experience getting fish from the LFS outside of the time when I lived near fish row in LA.

[@nemi6570]

WHAT?! DWARF SHRIMPS SHOULD'VE BEEN S TIER FOR ADDING DIFFERENT CREATURE VARIETY TO A TANK 😔

[@chacha8585]

@ Congo Tetras will they eat baby guppies ??

[@AquariumStoreDepot]

Yes they will

[@chacha8585]

@@AquariumStoreDepot want to keep guppies but need a way to depopulate not all but as many as possible don't want adults to be ate just babies

[@AquariumStoreDepot]

@ oh gotcha. I’ve never mixed the two but congos aren’t known to be nippy

[@JirapatRayon]

Glofish: I have the best color Neon tetra:no I do! Cardinal:hey you copied me neon! Dwarf rainbow:I could blind you guys with my neon colors Guppies: glofish those colors are bull crap Endler: agree brother Discus:keep talking losers African cichlids:shut up discus Dwarf shrimp: I think I’m in the wrong group Killi fish:Am I a joke to you guys? Betta fish: ….

[@AquariumStoreDepot]

OMG - I’m dead 💀 🤣. You made my day.

[@suriV05]

16:57 hah!

[@nickfleming3719]

Ive found cardinals to be really fragile

[@jvillan94]

"poop storming diva" 😂🤣

[@AquariumStoreDepot]

lol thanks ❤️

[@nicoperez-soto3564]

Paul caught a fade for nothing 😂

[@El_Feo-o9c]

2 beta fishes have died in my care ..no clue why. I do weekly water changes (10g tank) feed it high quality food and water set to 76-78

[@sugmudic1604]

What about danios?

[@AquariumStoreDepot]

I ran out of space in the tierlist 🤦‍♂️. Depends on the species they would be lower than minnows generally

[@KakaBaba_Awesome]

How about parrot fish

[@jaybasil3694]

Every gourami I have is mostly peaceful and but some days I see them nipping at other gouramis

[@arandomlegendaryfish123]

the kuhli loaches have been offended

[@gerardoguerrero844]

We need a SALTWATER VERSION!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@AquariumStoreDepot]

Oh it’s in the works 👌 😎

[@miguelgallo9020]

I have 8 black tetras that have lived like 4 years already 💀

[@donkeystareatyou]

I got a lobster he’s dope

[@AquariumStoreDepot]

Nice!

[@zbpossible]

My beta lives with mystery snails

[@angiebear8727]

Same. We got lucky and got chill bettas

[@Blackheartgamer1]

If Corys aren’t SSS+ I’m unsubscribing 😤 gods perfect little derpy fish with mustaches 🐟

[@AquariumStoreDepot]

🪦 sorry to see you go 😭. I love cories 😆

[@Blackheartgamer1]

@@AquariumStoreDepot ❤️ nah i ain’t leaving

[@AquariumStoreDepot]

@@Blackheartgamer1 yay 🙌 ❤️

[@nickfleming3719]

They're a bottom feeder that doesn't eat algae

[@nickfleming3719]

What? Glofish are more hardy than their unaltered species... wtf are you saying?

[@AquariumStoreDepot]

I’m pretty sure I said the originals are more hardy. At least that’s what the script said. I am admittedly dyslexic and do mess up from time to time

[@Strange_Shard]

Rummy nose no. 1

[@BleachMr873]

Noice!

[@AquariumStoreDepot]

Thank you ❤️

[@holyleech2159]

Discuss really aren't that fragile anymore.

[@Ranger-sl3qq]

Black neon get ich way too easily

[@aeronzylerparcon]

Corydoras should be in S tier

[@petrcermak506]

pearl danios

[@aaronfrogboy2365]

Oscar is s get out of here

[@Eccentriciguana]

Face reveal when?

[@AquariumStoreDepot]

I have faced videos - but I can do a full video when I get to 100K subs 😊

[@GILGAMASK5677]

1:30 so you got any pizza or what?

[@lolrofl-ju3ee]

My zebra plecos would like a word with you >:|

[@jvillan94]

You forgot apistos! 😊

[@AquariumStoreDepot]

This video could have easily been an hour long. The tierlist only holds so many fish. I’m running into the same issue with another tierlist I’m working on 😅

[@konasmith-pb6sm]

#bettafish

[@tiffanyo3365]

Shrimp are not fish, and corydora is a pretty large category just to have "cory catfish"... Other wise, bad opinion piece. Don't agree.

[@AquariumStoreDepot]

That’s fine you are entitled to your opinion. Corydoras are a whole video themselves. Shrimp I would agree could be left off as they are often considered accessories to a tank except for smaller shrimp tanks.

[@tiffanyo3365]

@@AquariumStoreDepot Honey Gouramis are more passive than Pearls and are better for communities. That's just one example.

[@RedRaptor78]

⁠@@tiffanyo3365don’t forget sparkling gouramis.

[@bootysweat8220]

@@tiffanyo3365you sound like a buzzkill lol. Your friends must find you insufferable on the regular.