Common name: Coral Cardinalfish

Taeniamia is a genus of small, colorful cardinalfish commonly found in coral reefs. These nocturnal fish are known for their peaceful nature and are popular in the reefkeeping hobby for their ease of care and compatibility with other reef inhabitants. They often exhibit interesting behaviors such as mouthbrooding, where males carry the eggs in their mouths until they hatch. Taeniamia species are generally hardy and can adapt to a variety of tank conditions, making them suitable for both novice and experienced aquarists.

1. Common name: Twostripe Cardinalfish

   Scientific name: Taeniamia ataenia
2. Common name: Twinspot cardinalfish

   Scientific name: Taeniamia biguttata
3. 
   Common name: Two-line Monocle Bream

   Scientific name: Taeniamia bilineata
4. Common name: Buru cardinalfish

   Scientific name: Taeniamia buruensis
5. Common name: Bridled Cardinalfish

   Scientific name: Taeniamia fucata
6. Common name: Lea's Cardinalfish

   Scientific name: Taeniamia leai
7. Common name: Lined Dartfish

   Scientific name: Taeniamia lineolata
8. 
   Common name: Longfin Cardinalfish

   Scientific name: Taeniamia macroptera
9. Common name: Mozambique Cardinalfish

   Scientific name: Taeniamia mozambiquensis
10. 
    Common name: Crimson Soldierfish

    Scientific name: Taeniamia pallida
11. 
    Common name: Blackbelted cardinalfish

    Scientific name: Taeniamia zosterophora