Tiger Barb Care Guide
Puntius tetrazona
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Bioload Score
2800
- Max Size
- 7.0 cm / 2.8"
- Temperature
- 22–26°C (72–79°F)
- pH Range
- 6.0 – 7.5
- Min Tank Size
- 75L (20 gal)
- Min Group Size
- 6 fish
- Tank Level
- Bottom-Mid
- Origin
- Southeast Asia
- Temperament
- Semi-Aggressive
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Breeding Difficulty
- Moderate
Diet
Omnivorous, prefers a varied diet including high-quality flakes/pellets, live/frozen foods, and vegetable matter
Community Compatibility
Tiger Barbs can be kept with other semi-aggressive fish or in a species-only setup. Avoid keeping them with long-finned or slow-moving fish as Tiger Barbs can nip at their fins.
Good to Know
Tiger Barbs can display nipping behavior, especially if not kept in a large enough group or if their tank mates have flowing fins. Monitor their behavior and provide ample space and hiding spots to reduce aggression.
Gender Differences
Males are generally slimmer and more colorful, with bold black stripes and vibrant red or orange fins. Females are larger and have less intense coloration.
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