Red-tailed Barb Aquarium Care Guide

Keeping Red-tailed Barb in an aquarium requires the right conditions.

Aquarium Information

• Care level: beginner
• Temperament: peaceful
• Diet: omnivore
• Minimum tank size: 75 liters (20 gallons)
• Compatibility: Excellent community fish, compatible with other peaceful, similarly sized species such as tetras, rasboras, other small barbs, and peaceful cichlids. Avoid keeping with very large or aggressive fish that might prey on them.
• Special requirements: Requires a well-planted aquarium with open swimming areas. Benefits from a strong current and good filtration. Best kept in schools of 6 or more individuals to reduce stress and encourage natural behavior.

Water parameters

Temperature

22-26°C (72-79°F)

pH level

6.0-7.5

Hardness

5-15 dGH

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