Ruby Barb Aquarium Care Guide

Keeping Ruby 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 for community tanks with other peaceful, similarly sized fish such as other small barbs, tetras, rasboras, and peaceful dwarf cichlids. Avoid keeping with very large or aggressive fish, or fish with long, flowing fins (e.g., angelfish, guppies) as they may nip.
• Special requirements: Requires a well-planted aquarium with open swimming spaces. Benefits from a dark substrate and subdued lighting to enhance coloration. Best kept in schools of 6 or more individuals to reduce stress and encourage natural schooling behavior. Provide plenty of hiding spots among plants and driftwood.

Water parameters

Temperature

22-27 C (72-81 F)

pH level

6.0-7.0

Hardness

5-12 dGH

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