A selection of fish gift ideas, from books to fish shoes (yes, they are a thing). Find fun and educational fish gifts for kids and adults. This hand-curated list of fish-themed gifts will provide you with plenty of inspiration for choosing the perfect gift for the fish-lovers in your life!
Fish Gifts Index
If you click on any of the Amazon links below and subsequently make a purchase, we receive a small commission. This helps us to keep Active Wild an excellent free source of natural history information. Thank you!
Fish Books
Below is a selection of books about fish for kids and adults.
Oceanology: The Secrets of the Sea Revealed
A big (400+ pages) and beautifully-presented hardback book on ocean life in all of its forms. This would make a fantastic gift for fish lovers, or anyone else interested in marine biology and the sea itself.
Like many DK publications, Oceanology: The Secrets of the Sea Revealed is suitable for readers of all ages; an animal-loving child would be delighted with this book.
Your Inner Fish: A Journey into the 3.5-Billion-Year History of the Human Body by Neil Shubin
- Used Book in Good Condition
In his bestselling book, paleontologist Neil Shubin investigates what links the bodies of modern humans to those of our fish ancestors. What has changed as a result of billions of years of evolution... and what has stayed the same?
Peterson Field Guide to Freshwater Fishes
- Peterson Field Guides
- Field Guide To Freshwater Fish
- Peterson Field Guide
Now in its second edition, published in 2011, the Peterson Field Guide to Freshwater Fishes is a comprehensive guide to the one thousand or so species of freshwater fish found in North America.
With color illustrations and maps, this 688-page paperback book will be an excellent companion for anyone interested in the diversity of fish life in America's rivers, streams, lakes and ponds.
The World Beneath: The Life and Times of Unknown Sea Creatures and Coral Reefs
It's possible that even a marine biologist would learn something from this fascinating book. Covering the whole gamut of marine life (so not just fish), The World Beneath introduces the animals, habitats and ecology of the marine biome.
With over 300 color photos and 312 pages, this book would make a great gift for a budding marine biologist, or anyone else fascinated by the marine environment.
DK Eyewitness Books: Fish
A lovely hardback book packed with fish photos, illustrations and facts. Aimed at kids from 8 to 12, DK's Eyewitness: Fish would make a wonderful introduction to the world of fish for a young naturalist.
The Illlustrated Encyclopedia of Fish & Shellfish of the World
With 512 pages, and information on 1250 species, the Illlustrated Encyclopedia of Fish & Shellfish of the World is a comprehensive guide not just to fish, but also to a multitude of other aquatic animals.
Fish Mugs
A high-quality mug always makes for a good gift. Below is a selection of fish-themed mugs that the fish-lover will appreciate while sipping his or her favorite beverage!
Fish Coffee Mug
- Large 15-ounce ceramic mug
- Generous Over-Sized Handles
- Printed in New Hampshire using 100% solar energy
- Dishwasher and microwave safe.
- Image is printed on both sides
A large, dishwasher-safe mug with a design featuring a variety of fish species.
Mara Stoneware Mug - Fish School
- One Individual Ceramic Stoneware Mug - Dimensions: 5" x 3.75" x 4.25" - Capacity: 16 Ozs - Wgt: 1.5 Lbs.
- Microwave, Dishwasher & Oven Safe - Lead & Cadmium Free
- Finished By Hand - NATURAL VARIATIONS IN THE SHAPE, COLOR AND ETCHED DESIGNS GIVE EACH PIECE A UNIQUE PERSONALITY
Featuring a stylish, homespun-style design, this quality mug would make a nice gift for a fish lover.
Enamel Fish Mug
- Fun mug with trendy fish design
- Made of durable enamel, which makes it great for outdoor use
- Wash by hand and do not use in microwave
- Perfect gift for a lover of the outdoors
- Mug holds approximately 1.9 cups of liquid
With a design that features a variety of marine and freshwater species, this enamel mug would make a good gift for a fish-lover who is also keen on the outdoors.
Fish Toys
Need to get the fish-mad child in your life a fish-themed gift? Check out this selection of fun, if not quite educational, fish toys.
Magnetic Fishing Pool Toys Game for Kids
- 🐟PERFECT LEARNING COMBO | Contain various sizes, more than 10 colors and 30 kinds of toy fishes animals with 5 in XL sizes. Best for ocean animal learning party!
- 🐟ALL-ROUND EDUCATION | Good for hand-eye coordination, color recognition, interpersonal skills and also math for 3 4 5 6 year old boys and girls gifts
- 🐟MULTI-PLAYER GAME | Designed for kids vs kids or parent vs kids interaction and competition. Let's go fishing and role pretend play carnival together! Includes game instruction and rules. Nice bath toys for toddlers 1-3 and gifts for boys girls kids.
- 🐟LIFE-LIKE POLES | The best rod model with solid plastic and anti-corrosion strong magnets selected. Perfect match with water table and kiddie pool summer aquatic party favors!
- 🐟30 DAYS REFUND POLICY | Risk-free trial and full refund within 30 days. Buy with confidence as this fishing game is kids' must-have grow-up buddy.
There is lots of good, old-fashioned fun to be had with a magnetic fishing game! Make the kids' bathtimes fun or use as an activity for a party!
Plastic Fish Toy Selection
- Ocean animal toy, 46 Pack sea animal( no duplicated!!!) + 6 grass, beautifully detailed and made of 100% safety highest quality plastic material!
- Sea animal toy, approximately 2 inch, creature including Octopus,hippocampus, seahorse, jellyfish, turtle,clown fish, crab,shark Otter and etc
- Party favors, realistically detailed sea animal figurines inspire imaginative play and curiosity as learning toy, and makes the perfect novelty gift for kids toddler boy girl,ages 3 year and up!
- Cake cupcake topper, Perfect to complete party decorations or used for school education project, Goodie Bag Prizes giveaway, or birthday, Valentines Day gift, Easter Eggs Stuffers, Pinatas Filler
- Bath toy, kids love dropping ocean animal in the pool, water table, sand box, beach or bath tub and collecting them. Great for kid child toddler to enjoy bathtub time!
Kids love arranging and playing with plastic animals, which often come in large selection packs. There are plenty of options out there; this one comes with 46 sea animals, which should be enough to keep a child who loves fish amused for hours!
Squirting Fish
- Squish & Squirt - As a baby bath toy, it's the perfect size for little hands and encourages sensory development during play.
- Bathtub & Pool Toy - Crafted with squirting water capabilities and made with high-quality materials, this bathtub and pool toy will provide endless hours of fun for toddlers and kids .
- Soft & Durable -Made of soft rubber, safe for toddlers to play,6 pieces packed in mesh bag.
- Toddler Toys - Cute and colorful rubber fish also great for kids to play when even not in the bathtub , rubber material stand for rough play.
- Easy Storage - Packed in a reusable mesh bag, easy to store the toys after playing.
- Floating toy - This versatile water toy fish floats effortlessly, making it the perfect pool toy for toddlers during the summer season.
A fun gift for fish-loving kids, this collection of six water-squirting fish will make bathtime something to look forward to!
Realistic Shark Toys
- WHAT'S INSIDE: Discover nature's ferocious fishes! Sized at 10" long, our 8 pack includes a variety of sharks: great white, hammerhead, blacktip reef shark, blue shark, and whale shark! Features realistic details and lifelike colors. Made of soft pliable plastic that can withstand rough play.
- PLANET EARTH: Not sure who is who in the animal kingdom? Each sea creature has its name printed on the bottom so you can take science class to the playroom! Perfect for indoor and outdoor play for kids ages 3 and up. Not recommended for water submersion.
- FUN SCIENCE LEARNING: This realistic shark set includes a colorful booklet with all kinds of information about all eight sharks, so your child can learn fun facts while having a great time!
- SAFE AND CHILD FRIENDLY: At Boley, child safety is our highest priority. That's why our entire production process is rigorously monitored by the most reputable organizations of child safety standards, including ASTM, Sedex, ICTI Care, and more.
- LOOKING FOR MORE?: Check out our Boley store here on Amazon for an exciting and diverse array of children's educational toys. From dollhouses to dinosaurs, Boley is where the action is!
This pack of eight realistic shark toys even comes with a (small) shark book. The sharks themselves are quite big, and made out of soft-ish plastic. The name of each of the sharks is printed on its body, so you'll always know which is which!
Fish-Themed Clothing
Let the world know you're a fish lover with fish-themed clothing. We've put together a selection of fish T-shirts and other items of clothing for kids and adults.
Fish Shoes
- Suitable for:Gift for fishing enthusiasts, A good choice for indoor, outdoor ,shower,beach, swimming, walking,party and etc.
- Material: EVA material, soft slippers help protect your feet from harm, automatically gaining people's attention, making you the focal point, the favorite of fishing enthusiasts
- Features: Environmentally friendly, healthy, wear-resistant, waterproof, easy to clean, anti-aging, the sole has the characteristics of anti-skid, elastic and shockproof.
- Exquisite gifts: gifts for oneself or father, unique designs, gifts for fishing enthusiasts
We'll be honest; we didn't know that fish shoes were a thing until we started researching the best fish gifts!
These innovative slippers make an ideal fish-themed gift, and according to the reviews they get on Amazon, seem to be surprisingly well-made for such a novelty item.
Fish Print Shirt
- Fits close to the body for fitted, slim silhouette
- Soft, durable and cozy tumbled poplin for a lived-in feel right away
- Button-front closure
- An Amazon brand
A stylish, fish-themed shirt, ideal for barbecues and informal social gatherings!
Freshwater Fish Species T-Shirt
Show the world you're a fish expert with this nicely-designed T-shirt, which features 15 species of freshwater fish. Available in a variety of colours and styles.
Retro Anglerfish T-Shirt
- This designed for vintage boy grunge watches jacket cap suits beautiful halloween ring who charm kid animal 70s girl tees baby sunset grand-father christmas birth-day classic book hat mother stuffed cardigan thanks-giving shoe cute colored
- Great outfit for boho bracelet backpack distressed necklace clothes love just vintage tees gift awesome papa husband tee pant jewelry daddy swimsuit 60s jean decoration 80s Retro dress 90s decor dresses graphic year sunglasses women wife cool hippie
- Lightweight, Classic fit, Double-needle sleeve and bottom hem
Featuring a cool retro design, this fashionable T-shirt is suitable for fish lovers young and old. It's available in a variety of colors, sizes and styles.
Finding Nemo Fish T-Shirt
As well as being a fun family film, Disney's Finding Nemo also introduced a generation of young people to the beauty of the ocean.
This T-shirt features many of the main characters from the film, and will provide a good opportunity for young fans to show off their knowledge of marine life!
Fish Pajamas
What better nightwear could there be for someone who dreams about fish? Below are fish pajamas for kids and adults
Fish Pajama Shorts
- MEN'S SLEEPWEAR SHORTS: Who says you can only be cozy in the winter? These comfy pajama shorts for men keep you cool and cuddly all summer long! Made from 100% cotton fabric, these pajamas let you sleep cool during warmer weather.
- STYLISH MEN'S SLEEP SHORTS: Each pair of these pajama shorts features bold colors and a multitude of graphic designs, from bears to Bigfoot to fishing! These cool and comfortable cotton shorts are perfect for sleeping or lounging around the house.
- LARGE POCKETS: There is plenty of pocket space in these men's pajama shorts, so you can easily keep your phone on hand. The loose fit gives you freedom to move and stretch, making these lightweight shorts great summer pajamas that keep you cool.
- MACHINE WASHABLE: Comfortable and easy to care for, these men's sleep shorts are made from preshrunk cotton, so they're washing-machine safe. Just wash them on a cold cycle with like colors and tumble dry on low.
- GIFTS FOR ANYONE: Sleepwear makes a great gift to tell someone you love that they deserve to press the snooze button. These men's sleep pants make a perfect gift for your dad, grandpa, husband, boyfriend, brother, and more!
Fish Pajamas For Kids
We like the colors and design of these fish pajamas for kids.
Miscellaneous Fish Gift Ideas
Fish Species Poster
This fish species poster would make a great addition to the wall of any fish-lover's room. Measuring 19" by 27", the poster is made of high-quality paper and could either be stuck on the wall as-is, or framed to make an interesting piece of fish-themed wall art.
Shown is the "Fishes of the Great Lakes Region" version; other versions are available.
Shark Blanket
- TRANSFORM INTO A SHARK — With this shark tail blanket, transform into hungry shark, and let your cares slip away. The adult shark blanket ensures hours of comfort and fun. Let your dreams come to life as you swim through oceans of stress-free coziness with your wearable shark blanket adult tail. The fleece shark body blanket throw, has premium stitching, is machine washable, and fade-resistant, ensuring your shark blankie stays around for years to come.
- WRAP UP IN WARMTH AND COMFORT — Your adult wearable shark blanket isn't just for play – it's also perfect for ensuring you stay warm and cozy. Whether you're snuggled up while reading, watching your favorite movie, or sleeping for hours, our soft and cozy shark blanket wearable tail offers the ultimate comfort. The magic of a good night's sleep begins with this sharkie blanket
- DESIGNED FOR TEENS & ADULTS — Blankie Tails has the shark blanket adult size perfect for you. Whether you're looking for a shark blanket for adults design for yourself or sharkey blanket for your teen, check out our various designs. With different colors, pick the adult shark blankets for adults design that suits your tastes. Doubles as shark sleeping bag adult size for the next time you go camping or traveling.
- GIVE A JAWSOME SHARK GIFT — Give this shark throw blanket to any shark lover in your life. Whether it's a birthday, holiday, or special occasion, give shark gifts for women and men that will be cherished more than average shark things for shark lovers. Imagine the joy on their faces as they unwrap the shark fleece blanket and wear it for their first time. Make their dreams come true with shark toys that are as unique and special as they are.
- SATISFACTION GUARANTEED — Get your new shark merch throw blanket with absolute confidence. Blankie Tails, a proudly women-owned and operated USA-based company, has been crafting award-winning wearable blankets for kids and adults since 2015. Our mission is to bring joy, and we stand firmly behind our quality. With a 30-day return policy, your happiness with your sharky blanket is our priority.
Part blanket, part costume, this shark-themed gift will put a smile on any shark lover's face. It's available in several sizes, so all of the family will be able to find their inner shark!
Fish Pen Set
These colorful ballpoint pens are both fun and useful! You could buy a set to hand out at a fish-themed party!
Fish Wrapping Paper
- FISH WRAPPING PAPER: Perfect for wrapping birthday, holiday, retirement, and gifts for dad!
- QUALITY: Vibrant colors printed on thick premium 70-lb glossy paper
- QUANTITY: 3 Folded Flat Sheets of Premium Gift Wrapping Paper
- SIZE: Each flat sheet measures 30" x 20" = 12.5 sq ft of paper
- Printed in the USA
Wrap up your fish-themed gift in this fish wrapping paper, which features illustrations of freshwater and ocean species.
Fish Tumbler
A fish-themed tumbler to keep your hot drinks hot and your cold drinks cold. These American-made tumblers feature double-wall insulation and a goldfish design.
Fish Whiskey Glasses
A set of four whiskey glasses with an etched fish design. Unlike other fish-themed cups, the etched design of these glasses means that they are dishwasher safe. Ideal for whiskey or other drinks served on the rocks.
Learn About Fish
Now you've found your ideal fish gift, it's time to discover more about these amazing animals...
Fish: The Ultimate Guide - Become A Fish Expert!
Types of Fish with Pictures & Facts
Types of Sharks: Shark Species List with Pictures & Facts
