Filament Barb Care Guide
Dawkinsia filamentosa
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Bioload Score
2000
Semi-AggressiveModerateFreshwater
- Max Size
- 12.0 cm / 4.7"
- Temperature
- 22–25°C (72–77°F)
- pH Range
- 6.5 – 7.5
- Min Tank Size
- 100L (26 gal)
- Min Group Size
- 6 fish
- Tank Level
- Bottom-Mid
- Origin
- Southeast Asia
- Temperament
- Semi-Aggressive
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Breeding Difficulty
- Moderate
Diet
Omnivorous; prefers a varied diet including flakes, live, and frozen foods.
Community Compatibility
Suitable for community tanks with similarly sized, peaceful species.
Good to Know
Filament Barbs are admired for their long, flowing dorsal fins and active schooling nature.
Gender Differences
Males have more pronounced finnage.
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