From garden ponds filled with Koi Carp to the humble goldfish bowl – the UK is a nation of fish lovers.
And the Pet Food Manufacturers’ Association (PFMA) say there are an incredible five million indoor fish tanks in Britain.
There’s plenty of choice when it comes to adding fish to (well prepared and correctly set up) home aquariums, with pet shops offering a bewildering range of colourful and interesting finned friends.
One thing to consider is that some fish tend to live considerably longer lives than others - the aggressive Betta often won’t reach its third birthday.
Here’s are the 13 breeds likely to live to a ripe old age.
9. Clown Loach - up to 15 years
Originating on the Indonesian islands of Sumatra and Borneo, the Clown Loach is a popular aquarium fish thanks to its distinctive tiger-like orange-and-black stripes. They live for 10-15 years. | Canva/Getty Images
10. Plecos - up to 15 years
A fish that call South American rivers home, plecos are algae eaters that are a perfect additions to keep your aquarium clean of the green stuff. Be warned though - they grow big so can become too much for small tanks. Give then enough room and a good diet and they'll live for 10-15 years. | Canva/Getty Images
11. Bala Shark - up to 15 years
Native to Southeast Asia’s Mekong and Chao Phraya rivers, the Bala Sharks is a peaceful schooling fish that need large and long tanks to live in. Get their accomodation right and they should live for 10-15 years. | Canva/Getty Images
12. Jack Dempsey Fish - up to 15 years
Originally from Central American countries like Mexico and Honduras, the Jack Dempsey Fish is named after a famous 1920s boxer thanks to its fearsome face and aggressive nature - not one for community tanks. If they can avoid fights, these fish tend to live for 10-15 years. | Canva/Getty Images