In Sri Lanka, fish from at least 59 different species in 14 different families are traded in the ornamental fish industry. Of these, 48 species are native to tropical regions, and 11 species are native to subtropical regions. Six ornamental fish species already have established populations in the environment. Another 11 aquarium fish species have the potential to become invasive in Sri Lanka. Steps should be taken to stop releasing of aquarium fish into the natural environment.

U. P. K. Epa, M. G. M. U. Piyathissa, S. D. A. E. Ranasinghe, Y. G. Ranasinghe and R. M. K. H. Rathnayaka

Journal of Fisheries and Environment

Abstract:- https://li01.tci-thaijo.org/index.php/JFE/article/view/257627