Hampala Barb Aquarium Care Guide

Keeping Hampala Barb in an aquarium requires the right conditions.

Aquarium Information

• Care level: advanced
• Temperament: aggressive
• Diet: carnivore
• Minimum tank size: 500 gallons (1890 liters) for adults
• Compatibility: Best kept alone or with very large, robust, and equally aggressive fish that cannot be swallowed. Not suitable for community tanks with smaller fish.
• Special requirements: Requires a very large tank with strong filtration and excellent water quality. Plenty of open swimming space is essential, along with some hiding spots created by large rocks or driftwood. Live or frozen meaty foods are necessary. Can be prone to jumping, so a secure lid is a must.

Water parameters

Temperature

22-28°C (72-82°F)

pH level

6.0-7.5

Hardness

5-15 dGH

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