Cherry Barb Care Guide
Puntius titteya
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Bioload Score
2000
PeacefulEasyFreshwater
- Max Size
- 5.0 cm / 2.0"
- Temperature
- 22–26°C (72–79°F)
- pH Range
- 6.0 – 8.0
- Min Tank Size
- 60L (16 gal)
- Min Group Size
- 6 fish
- Tank Level
- Bottom-Mid
- Origin
- Southeast Asia
- Temperament
- Peaceful
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Breeding Difficulty
- Easy
Diet
Omnivorous; consumes flake foods, live foods, and vegetables.
Community Compatibility
Well-suited for community tanks with other small, peaceful species.
Good to Know
Cherry Barbs are popular in aquascaping for their vibrant color and peaceful nature, often used as a contrast against green plants.
Gender Differences
Males have more intense red coloring, especially during spawning.
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