List of common fish names

This is a list of common fish names. While some common names refer to a single species or family, others have been used for a confusing variety of types; the articles listed here should explain the possibilities if the name is ambiguous.

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G

H

I

J

K

L

M

N

O

P

Q

R

S

T

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V

W

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• X-ray fish

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Z

See also

• List of aquarium fish by scientific name
• List of freshwater aquarium fish species