10 beautiful fishes to keep in home aquariums for beginners

 Here are ten beautiful fish species that are perfect for beginners to keep in home aquariums:

1. Betta Fish (Betta splendens)

   • Appearance: Vibrant colours with flowing fins.
   • Care Level: Easy.
   • Notes: Can be kept alone due to territorial nature.
     
     
     

2. Neon Tetra (Paracheirodon innesi)

   • Appearance: Small, bright blue and red stripes.
   • Care Level: Easy.
   • Notes: Peaceful, schooling fish.
     

3. Guppy (Poecilia reticulata)

   • Appearance: Colourful with fan-shaped tails.
   • Care Level: Easy.
   • Notes: Hardy and breed easily.
     

4. Zebra Danio (Danio rerio)

   • Appearance: Striped with zebra-like patterns.
   • Care Level: Easy.
   • Notes: Active and great for community tanks.
     

5. Molly Fish (Poecilia sphenops)

   • Appearance: Come in various colours and patterns.
   • Care Level: Easy.
   • Notes: Livebearers and can adapt to different water conditions.
     

6. Platy Fish (Xiphophorus maculatus)

   • Appearance: Brightly coloured with diverse patterns.
   • Care Level: Easy.
   • Notes: Hardy and peaceful.
     

7. Corydoras Catfish (Corydoras spp.)

   • Appearance: Small, bottom-dwelling fish with an armoured body.
   • Care Level: Easy.
   • Notes: Great for keeping the tank clean.
     

8. Cherry Barb (Puntius titteya)

   • Appearance: Red to deep cherry colour.
   • Care Level: Easy.
   • Notes: Peaceful and active.
     

9. Swordtail (Xiphophorus hellerii)

   • Appearance: Long, sword-like tail.
   • Care Level: Easy.
   • Notes: Hardy and good for community tanks.
     

10. Dwarf Gourami (Trichogaster lalius)

    • Appearance: Iridescent colours with vertical stripes.
    • Care Level: Easy.
    • Notes: Peaceful and slow-moving, good for planted tanks.

These fish are not only visually appealing but are also relatively easy to care for, making them ideal choices for beginners.