10 most expensive fishes in the world

Fish is a rich and diverse species of species, there are many species of fish with bizarre shapes that can make us panic when caught. However, there are also many colorful fish species that we often use for landscaping and indoor farming. Besides the popular aquarium fish in families such as goldfish, guppies, there are very special ornamental fishes whose price can be up to hundreds of thousands of dollars.

10. Candy Basslet fish (USD 1,000)

Candy Basslet is the smallest fish with the most colorful colors in the ocean world. It is found in the Caribbean, mainly off the coast of Curacao. Although it is difficult to catch this fish in the wild, they often live in coral reefs. However, they are adaptable in conditions of culture with artificial marine environment. Therefore, in the future, the price of this ornamental fish will be reduced, until now, each Candy Basslet fish has a price of about 1,000USD / fish.

9. Clarion angel fish ($ 2,500)

Clarion Angelfish is a special fish named after one of the most beautiful islands off the Pacific coast of Mexico, part of the Revillagigedo Islands. This fish has brilliant colors with very special blue stripes. Although this fish has been cultivated by humans for the last 40 years, however, the number of fish sold is very small because in order to raise and sell this fish, shops need to obtain a special license from the Mexican government. . Therefore, the price of a Clarion Angelfish fish is very high, about USD 2,500 / head.

8. Wrought Iron butterfly fish ($ 2,700)

Wrought Iron is the largest size fish in the butterflyfish family, their average size can reach 15cm. They are often found off the coast of Japan, their numbers are also few, at least among all butterfly species. Their names are based on body color, dark gray with colored dots and the main highlight is the yellow border at the tail. Because of very small numbers, the price of each Wrought Iron butterfly fish is about $ 2,700.

7. Australian Perch flatfish (USD 5,000)

This fish can be found in Australian waters. Usually they shelter in rock holes and swim only to feed. This small fish has a fast-paced swimming speed, with most of the time hiding, making it very difficult to catch. They have vivid colors with the main red color and white stripes, the highlight is the tail with an eye-like circle. Because it is difficult to catch, this small fish can cost up to 5,000USD / head.

6. Neptune grouper (USD 6,000)

You will not be able to find this beautiful fish at the aquarium store, as they are difficult to catch. Neptune grouper lives in great depth, making it extremely difficult to catch them. In the process of adulthood, their color changes from orange yellow to bright pink. This particular species of fish is sold in very limited quantities for $ 6,000 / fish.

5. Fish Golden Basslet (USD 8,000)

This is one of the smallest members of the grouper family, they are found in both the Pacific and Atlantic. Although it is able to adapt well to captivity, it is very rare to see this fish sold. Their bodies have a very shiny golden color, plus it is difficult to catch, making their prices very high. Each Basslet fish is now sold for about $ 8,000 / fish.

4. Bladefin Basslet fish (USD 10,000)

Perhaps you will not believe that a small fish and quite normal appearance like Bladefin Basslet cost up to $ 10,000. This fish has the largest size, only about 3-4cm, often live in coral reefs in deep water and rarely swim out. The most special thing is that the fin is like a small horn on the back of this fish, the fish farmers said the longer the fin, the more valuable the fish is.

3. Peppermint angel fish (USD 30,000)

In 2012, there was only one angel angel Peppermint displayed for visitors. The fish was captured by an oceanic research team at the Smithsonian Institution, then displayed in an aquarium at Waikiki Aquarium. This fish stands out with red and white stripes, but the reason why their price is so high is because of its rarity in the market. Peppermint angels live in the depths that ordinary divers can't get down to, but need professional equipment. That's why their prices are around $ 30,000 / child.

2. Polka Dot freshwater stingray ($ 100,000)

This particular ornamental fish is currently the most expensive aquarium fish in Taiwan, with prices up to $ 100,000 / head. This freshwater stingray is not so big in size as saltwater rays. The Polka Dot stingrays are more prominent with many small dots on their bodies, making this fish very fancy. Not only that, they also have a genetically modified form at the front end, making it U-shaped instead of round. Another special feature is that this fish is difficult to survive in nature because it is difficult to catch prey that is shelled with its special head. In captivity they must be fed by hand.

1. Platinum arowana (USD 400,000)

The king of ornamental fishes is the arowana and king of the arowana species, the Platinum arowana (also known as albino arowana). Platinum arowana is a special mutation in body color, like the albino mutation in humans, making their bodies white. Arowanas usually live in rivers of South America, Southeast Asia and Africa, they can grow up to 90cm long and live up to 50 years. There are many different colors of arowanas, in which the silver arowana is the cheapest, followed by the more expensive, blue and yellow arowanas than the red arowana. However, the most expensive is still Platinum albino arowana, with the same price as a super sports car.