Mackerel Barb Care Guide
Opsarius pulchellus
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Bioload Score
1000
PeacefulModerateFreshwater
- Max Size
- 10.0 cm / 3.9"
- Temperature
- 22–25°C (72–77°F)
- pH Range
- 6.5 – 7.5
- Min Tank Size
- 80L (21 gal)
- Min Group Size
- 6 fish
- Tank Level
- Bottom-Mid
- Origin
- Asia
- Temperament
- Peaceful
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Breeding Difficulty
- Easy
Diet
Omnivorous; feeds on a mix of flake foods, live, and frozen foods.
Community Compatibility
A hardy schooling fish, ideal for community tanks with other peaceful species.
Good to Know
Mackerel Barbs are noted for their active swimming behavior and striking appearance, adding dynamism to the middle level of the tank.
Gender Differences
Males may display brighter colors during spawning season.
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