Barb Aquarium Care Guide

Keeping Barb in an aquarium requires the right conditions.

Aquarium Information

• Care level: intermediate
• Temperament: semi-aggressive
• Diet: omnivore
• Minimum tank size: 30 gallons (for smaller species, larger for others)
• Compatibility: Varies greatly by species. Smaller, schooling barbs are generally compatible with other active, similarly sized fish. Larger barbs can be predatory or territorial.
• Special requirements: Many species are schooling fish and thrive in groups of 6 or more. They appreciate well-oxygenated water with good filtration and often benefit from a varied diet including live, frozen, and high-quality flake/pellet foods. Some species require specific substrate or hiding places.

Water parameters

Temperature

20-26°C (68-79°F)

pH level

6.0-7.5

Hardness

5-15 dGH

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