Tiger Barb Aquarium Care Guide

Keeping Tiger Barb in an aquarium requires the right conditions.

Aquarium Information

• Care level: beginner
• Temperament: semi-aggressive
• Diet: omnivore
• Minimum tank size: 20 gallons (75 liters)
• Compatibility: Best kept in groups of 6 or more to diffuse aggression. Compatible with other fast-moving, robust fish of similar size. Avoid keeping with slow-moving or long-finned fish like Bettas or Angelfish.
• Special requirements: Requires a well-planted aquarium with open swimming spaces. Strong filtration and regular water changes are essential. Keeping them in larger schools helps reduce nipping behavior.

Water parameters

Temperature

20-26°C (68-79°F)

pH level

6.0-7.5

Hardness

5-19 dGH

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