Albino Tiger Barb (Puntigrus tetrazona)
Fish in the family Cyprinidae. Easy care. Freshwater.
Quick facts
Scientific namePuntigrus tetrazona
FamilyCyprinidae
Also known asGold Tiger Barb, Albino Barb
Care levelEasy
Reef safetyFreshwater
TemperamentSemi Aggressive
Dietomnivore
Adult size2.8 in
Minimum tank size20 gallons
Water parametersTemp 72-79°F, pH 6.0-7.5, GH 4-15 dGH
Appearance
Tiger barb lacking dark pigment, showing a pale cream-white to pale-gold body with faint pinkish bars and red eyes.
Difficulty and care for the Albino Tiger Barb
Easy
Origin and habitat
Captive-bred color morph of Puntigrus tetrazona
Keeper notes
Identical fin-nipping behavior to the standard tiger barb; keep 8+ and avoid slow long-finned fish. Eats shrimp.
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