Most Searched Fish With the Fewest Listings in Singapore
In Singapore, the fish with the biggest gap between search attention and listings on FishyHub are arowana and wild bettas: both are searched heavily, yet Singapore listings are limited. Turtles, oscars and gar form the next group, searched very heavily but listed only in moderate numbers. A further set of searches, for axolotls, eels, frogs, jellyfish and opae ula shrimp, has no dedicated category at all.
Key Findings
- FishyHub data shows arowana are among the most searched terms on the marketplace, while arowana listings in Singapore are limited for black, crossback and super red arowana.
- FishyHub data shows "wild betta" is a heavily searched term, yet Api Api, Imbellis, Mahachai, Smaragdina and Splendens bettas all have limited supply in Singapore.
- FishyHub data shows turtles, oscars and gar sit in the most searched tier but have only moderate supply in Singapore, and for turtles and oscars demand is ahead of supply.
- FishyHub data shows crayfish and ricefish (medaka) are well searched, with moderate Singapore supply and demand ahead of supply.
- FishyHub data shows bubble eye and wakin goldfish have limited supply in Singapore while goldfish terms are heavily searched, and demand for both is ahead of supply.
- FishyHub data shows stingrays and isopods are well searched but have supply ahead of demand in Singapore, a sign that searches are curiosity more than buying intent.
- FishyHub search data shows shoppers look for axolotls, eels, frogs, jellyfish and opae ula, which have no dedicated FishyHub category.
How We Matched Searches to Listings
FishyHub records what shoppers type into its search bar and groups those terms into tiers: very high, high, moderate and limited. Search terms combine the Singapore and US markets. We matched each search term to the closest livestock category and compared it with that category's supply tier in Singapore. A gap is where search sits in a high tier but Singapore listings sit in a lower one.
The Biggest Gaps in Singapore
| Fish | Search tier | Singapore supply | Demand vs supply |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arowana (black, crossback, super red) | Very high | Limited | Balanced to supply ahead |
| Bubble eye goldfish | High (goldfish terms) | Limited | Demand ahead of supply |
| Gar | Very high | Moderate | Balanced |
| Oscar | Very high | Moderate | Demand ahead of supply |
| Turtle | Very high | Moderate | Demand ahead of supply |
| Wakin goldfish | High (goldfish terms) | Limited | Demand ahead of supply |
| Wild bettas (Api Api, Imbellis, Mahachai, Smaragdina, Splendens) | High | Limited | Balanced to supply ahead |
Listed alphabetically.
Why These Fish Are Scarce Online
Arowana: a specialist trade
Singapore is one of the world's best-known centres for arowana farming, so it may seem odd that arowana listings are limited on an online marketplace. The reason is how arowana are sold. Asian arowana are protected species, and fish sold legally come from licensed farms with certificates and microchips. Buyers of collector-tier arowana often visit farms or specialist dealers in person to choose a fish. Many search online to research varieties and prices, but the deal happens offline. Silver arowana, which are not protected in the same way, have moderate supply and rising momentum on FishyHub.
Wild bettas: few breeders, slow to raise
Wild betta species such as Mahachai, Smaragdina and Imbellis are kept by a dedicated circle of hobbyists. Many are bred in small numbers by a few keepers, and some species are threatened in their native habitat, which limits wild collection. Supply stays limited even though the term "wild betta" draws strong search attention. Interest for Mahachai and Smaragdina runs ahead of purchases, so admirers are waiting for the right fish.
Turtles: long-lived and regulated
Turtles are among the most searched animals on FishyHub, and FishyHub data shows turtle purchases and interest in Singapore are both high. Supply is only moderate, though, and demand is ahead of it. Turtles live for decades and need basking areas and space that many HDB households cannot easily offer, and the species that may be sold are regulated, which keeps listings in check.
Oscars and gar: big fish take space
Oscars grow large and messy, and gar grow larger still. Both are popular in Singapore's monster fish scene, but sellers can only hold so many big fish at once. Oscar prices are trending up in Singapore, a sign that limited supply is meeting steady demand.
Goldfish varieties
Goldfish as a group have high supply in Singapore, but certain varieties are thin on the ground. Bubble eye and wakin are limited, while oranda and ryukin sit at moderate supply. All four have demand ahead of supply. Ranchu, by contrast, are well supplied and sit in the collector tier, which shows where Singapore goldfish breeders have focused.
Searches With Nowhere to Go
Some heavily searched terms do not match a dedicated FishyHub category:
- Axolotls
- Eels
- Frogs
- Jellyfish
- Opae ula (a small red shrimp)
Some of these animals are listed under "Other Animals", which in Singapore has moderate supply, demand ahead of supply, and cooling momentum. Others are not listed at all. For sellers, these searches point to unmet curiosity, although some are hard to keep and ship.
Searches That Do Not Lead to Buying
A high search tier does not always mean pent-up demand. Stingrays and isopods are both well searched, yet Singapore listings for each are already ahead of demand, and stingray buyer interest is limited. These are fish and invertebrates people like to look up, read about and watch in videos, without necessarily buying. The same is true of many marine searches: clownfish and coral attract moderate search attention, and Singapore marine supply is moderate to limited, but marine purchases are modest.
What This Means
For buyers, the scarce fish on this list reward patience. Following a trusted seller, or saving the category to a wishlist, is the best way to catch new listings. For Singapore sellers, the clearest gaps are where search, demand and limited supply all line up: oscars, turtles, goldfish varieties such as bubble eye and wakin, crayfish and ricefish.
Methodology
This page is based on FishyHub marketplace activity over the period from October 2024 to October 2026. We compared search terms, which combine the Singapore and US markets, with Singapore active listings, demand relative to supply, buyer interest, purchases, price direction and momentum. All findings are reported as tiers and directions, not figures.
Search terms are not split by market, so a heavily searched term may partly reflect US shoppers. Matching search words to categories involves judgement: "goldfish" covers many varieties, and "arowana" covers several species. The data covers listings by independent merchants on FishyHub, not arowana farms, fish shops or private sales. Regulatory notes reflect general hobby knowledge.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why are arowana hard to find online in Singapore?
Asian arowana are protected species sold by licensed farms with certificates, and many buyers choose collector fish in person. FishyHub data shows arowana listings in Singapore are limited despite very high search attention.
Where can I buy wild bettas in Singapore?
FishyHub lists Api Api, Imbellis, Mahachai, Smaragdina and Splendens bettas from Singapore sellers, but supply for each is limited, so it pays to save the listings and check back.
Are oscars hard to find in Singapore?
FishyHub data shows oscar supply in Singapore is moderate, demand is ahead of supply, and prices are trending up.
Can I buy an axolotl on FishyHub in Singapore?
Axolotls are searched on FishyHub, but there is no dedicated axolotl category. Some unusual animals appear under "Other Animals".
How to Cite This Page
Source: FishyHub, "Most Searched Fish With the Fewest Listings in Singapore" (2026), https://fishyhub.com/sg/blogs/blog-detail/most-searched-fish-with-the-fewest-listings-in-singapore
