Fish That Start With Q
Browse all aquarium fish species with common names beginning with "Q". Each profile includes care requirements, water parameters, tank size recommendations, and compatibility information for freshwater, marine, and brackish species.
In the realm of aquarium fish, the letter 'Q' may not be home to an abundance of species, but it encompasses a few notable ones worth exploring. For instance, the Queen Angelfish (Holacanthus ciliaris) is a captivating species known for its vibrant colors, while the Quoyi Parrotfish (Cetoscarus bicolor) displays a unique and intriguing appearance. As the species index grows, watch for new additions in this category that showcase beauty and interest for aquarium enthusiasts.
Qianlabeo
Qianlabeo striatus
Qianlabeo striatus is a tiny, river-dwelling labeonin carp from Guizhou, China (Pearl River drainage) that stays under about 3.5 inches. It is the only species in its genus, and in the aquarium hobby it is basically a "data-poor" fish - you will likely be guessing a bit on care unless you can match it to its exact natural stream conditions.
Quasimodo haplochromis
Haplochromis quasimodo
Haplochromis quasimodo is a piscivorous haplochromine cichlid from the Lake Edward system, described in 2022. Species-level information available in major databases focuses on taxonomy, identification, and maximum size; aquarium-specific husbandry details are not well documented and are typically inferred from general haplochromine cichlid care.