Beginner freshwater fish: J
All beginner freshwater fish whose common name starts with J, in alphabetical order. Each card links to its care guide.
4 species
Java loach
Pangio oblonga
Freshwater3.1 in (8 cm) · 25 gal (95 L)70–79°F (21–26°C)
Java spotted barb
Puntius bimaculatus
Freshwater2.8 in (7 cm) · 20 gal (75 L)72–81°F (22–27°C)
Jellybean tetra
Ladigesia roloffi
Freshwater1.2 in (3 cm) · 10 gal (37 L)72–81°F (22–27°C)
Jeweled splitfin
Xenotoca variata
Freshwater2.8 in (7 cm) · 20 gal (75 L)64–81°F (18–27°C)
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