Using 'Fish' as Singular and Plural

The plural form of 'fish' is the same as the singular form when you are talking about one kind of fish.

• I have one fish in my fishtank.
• I have two fish in my fish tank.
• I got a new fish for my birthday.
• I have several fish now.

When you are talking about more than one kind or species of fish, both 'fish' and 'fishes' are ok to use.

• There are many different fishes in our pond. [=There are many kinds of fish in our pond.]
• These three tropical fish have unique coloring.
• She studies all the fishes of the sea.

'Fish' is also used as a noncount noun when talking about the meat of a fish eaten as food.

• I had fish for dinner.
• Is there fish in the casserole?

I hope this helps.

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