Tiger Barb

Scientific Name

Grows to:

Temp Range

Number to Buy

Hardiness:

Barbus  tetrazona

2"

 72-82

3 or more

AA



General:  This fish has many desirable characteristics.  They are very colorful, lively and hardy.  They like to swim in groups.  They are best kept with other lively fish of similar size.  A tank with bushy plants and lots of swimming room brings out their best.  

Compatibility:  Suitable tank mates include gouramis, other barbs, sharks, catfish, large active tetras, and Silver Dollars.   Do not mix them with slow moving fish such as neons, guppies, or bettas, as they can be a fin nipper.  (Community #5, Community #6, Community #7, Community #8, Community #9

Longevity:  2-3 years.  

Diet:  Feed them standard foods such as flakes twice a day.

Color varieties:  Albino Tiger Barb, Green Tiger Barb,  Red Tiger Barb

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