Green Tiger Barb (Puntigrus tetrazona var. green)

Fish in the family Cyprinidae. Easy care. Freshwater.

Quick facts

Scientific namePuntigrus tetrazona var. green
FamilyCyprinidae
Also known asMoss Green Tiger Barb, Moss Barb
Care levelEasy
Reef safetyFreshwater
TemperamentSemi Aggressive
Dietomnivore
Adult size3 in
Minimum tank size20 gallons
Water parametersTemp 72-79°F, pH 6.0-7.5, GH 4-12 dGH

Appearance

Tiger barb morph with an iridescent dark green-bronze body masking the bars and red-tinged fins.

Difficulty and care for the Green Tiger Barb

Easy

Origin and habitat

Selectively bred color morph of the tiger barb

Keeper notes

Same fin-nipping temperament as the standard tiger barb; keep 6+ and avoid long-finned tankmates.

Log Green Tiger Barb in your reef tank

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