A multimillion-dollar business, ornamental fish are popular in about 125 different nations across the globe. It helps the nations get foreign exchange in addition to beauty and tranquillity. A significant portion of the world's aquaculture is devoted to the production and trading of ornamental fish, which enhance the aesthetic value of different fish species. However, it faces significant challenges from bacterial, fungal, and parasitic diseases that can lead to substantial economic losses by compromising the fish health. To combat this problem, farmers have increased their dependency on antibiotics, leading to the problem of antimicrobial resistance (AMR). Unlike the edible fish industry, the ornamental fish industry does not have strict regulations against the use of antimicrobials leading to increasing reports of AMR in the ornamental industry. This article provides an overview of the ornamental fish industry, highlighting the use of antimicrobials, the challenges posed by antimicrobial resistance, and potential solutions to address these issues.