Gold Barb Care Guide
Barbodes semifasciolatus
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Bioload Score
1800
PeacefulEasyFreshwater
- Max Size
- 6.0 cm / 2.5"
- Temperature
- 18–24°C (64–75°F)
- pH Range
- 6.0 – 8.0
- Min Tank Size
- 75L (20 gal)
- Min Group Size
- 6 fish
- Tank Level
- Bottom-Mid
- Origin
- Southeast Asia
- Temperament
- Peaceful
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Breeding Difficulty
- Moderate
Diet
Omnivorous, prefers a varied diet including high-quality flakes/pellets, live/frozen foods, and vegetable matter
Community Compatibility
Peaceful community tank.
Gender Differences
Males are generally more vibrant in color with brighter gold and orange hues. Females are slightly larger and have a rounder abdomen.
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