Discover Asian oddball fish for sale at Live Fish Store. Asian oddballs are the unusual and rarely seen species of South and Southeast Asia, including archerfish, datnoids, freshwater puffers, spiny eels, hillstream loaches, knifefish, and other one-of-a-kind aquarium fish. Each fish is packed with care and shipped overnight with a live arrival guarantee.
Why buy Asian oddballs from Live Fish Store
- Healthy, feeding fish: unusual species can be picky, so we ship fish that are active and accepting food.
- Overnight shipping: live fish ship via FedEx Priority Overnight or UPS Next Day Air.
- Live arrival guarantee: report any DOA within 2 hours of delivery for store credit or a replacement.
- Free shipping on $80+: qualifying aquatic-life orders of $80 or more ship free with standard shipping.
Choosing the right Asian oddballs for your tank
Research each species before you order, because needs vary widely. Pea puffers stay around an inch and can live in 10 gallons, while datnoids and large knifefish grow well past a foot and need 125 gallons or more. Some fish, including archerfish and several puffers, prefer brackish water, and hillstream loaches want cool, highly oxygenated water with strong flow. Most others thrive at 74 to 80°F with a neutral pH.
Many Asian oddballs are predators that eat fish small enough to swallow, and puffers may nip fins, so species tanks or carefully sized tankmates are the rule. Offer a carnivore diet of frozen foods, insects, worms, and snails for puffers, and keep a tight lid on the tank.
Shipping and live arrival guarantee
Asian oddballs are bagged with oxygen, insulated, and shipped overnight within the USA. Every fish is covered by our live arrival guarantee: contact us within 2 hours of delivery about any DOA and we will issue store credit or send a replacement.
Frequently asked questions
Are Asian oddballs good for beginners?
Some, like pea puffers and hillstream loaches, suit dedicated beginners; large predators such as datnoids are best for experienced keepers.
Do Asian oddball fish need brackish water?
Only certain species, such as archerfish and some puffers. Check the product page for each fish’s water requirements.
What do Asian oddballs eat?
Most are carnivores that take frozen shrimp, bloodworms, insects, worms, and snails; a few will accept quality pellets over time.
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