With so much going on well below the surface, it's easy to forget that the oceans are teeming with life. In fact, 94% of life is aquatic, according to the USA Science & Engineering Festival. That means those of us who live on land are part of a very, very small minority.


Nature has proven to be the most artistic creator, especially in marine life. The aquatic world has the most majestic creatures in the world, many of them are still undiscovered. Every now and then there is a discovery of a new creature with unique abilities which leaves us in awe of nature’s creation. There are several attractive fish in the sea that leave the human eye in admiration. Small fish are a cute creation of nature adds light to this planet. This article will educate you regarding the top 10 cutest fish in under the sea.


1. Regal Blue Tang


There is a reason the Pixar team picked the Regal Blue Tang as the species to represent the lovable and unforgettable Dory. The bold and beautiful coloration of these ocean fish makes them one the most colorful saltwater aquarium fish. The blue is so blue, it looks manufactured, with black markings and just a touch of yellow, there is no wonder why this colorful saltwater fish starts off our list.


2. Pajama Cardinalfish


This reef fish is the OG at mastering the working from home in its pajamas look. The combination of pink polka-dots, black stripes, yellow, red, and black colors leaves you wondering what look they were going for exactly. Are they camouflaged for a rave or perhaps they just confuse would-be predators by making them laugh? Regardless of exactly why or even if their look is a survival strategy, the Pajama Cardinalfish certainly is one of the most colorful saltwater aquarium fish.


3. Ocellaris Clownfish


The clownfish is also known as anemone fish which is popular for its vibrant color in the shades of white and orange. This fish gained popularity in 2003 through the movie ‘Finding Nemo’. The main character of the movie was a clown fish named Nemo. They can grow up to nine centimeters in length. The females are comparatively larger than the males therefore they can reach a length of nine centimeters. Clownfish males comprise both male and female reproductive organs therefore the breeding males come under the category of second largest after female clown fish. They are mainly found in the warm waters of the Pacific Ocean and the Red Sea.


4. Mandarinfish


Psychedelic is how you could describe the blue, green, and orange swirls of the Mandarin fish. These docile creatures are amazing to see, because of their coloration, but also because of the fun, fluttery way they swim, and those smart-looking eyes that are constantly scouring the surfaces looking for a bite to eat.


5. Midas Blenny


King Midas had the golden touch. Luckily you don’t need the golden touch to keep the namesake blenny alive, which is a great thing because this bold and gold beauty is hardy and gorgeous. The Midas Blenny’s primary gold in color, they have blue eyes and often show just a hint of pink in their dorsal region.