GloFish® Barb Care Guide
Puntius tetrazona x Genetic Modification
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Bioload Score
2000
Semi-AggressiveModerateFreshwater
- Max Size
- 7.0 cm / 2.8"
- Temperature
- 22–26°C (72–79°F)
- pH Range
- 6.5 – 7.5
- Min Tank Size
- 80L (21 gal)
- Min Group Size
- 6 fish
- Tank Level
- Bottom-Mid
- Origin
- Southeast Asia
- Temperament
- Semi-Aggressive
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Breeding Difficulty
- Moderate
Diet
Omnivorous; requires a balanced diet including flake, pellet, live, and frozen foods.
Community Compatibility
Should be kept in schools and can be mixed with other peaceful GloFish® species.
Good to Know
GloFish® Barbs are genetically engineered to glow, offering an energetic splash of color to the tank.
Gender Differences
Males tend to have brighter colors and slimmer bodies.
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