Longfin Tiger Barb (Puntigrus tetrazona)
Fish in the family Cyprinidae. Easy care. Freshwater.
Quick facts
Scientific namePuntigrus tetrazona
FamilyCyprinidae
Also known asVeiltail Tiger Barb, Long-finned Tiger 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 with elongated, flowing dorsal and caudal fins; tan-orange body with four black bars.
Difficulty and care for the Longfin Tiger Barb
Easy
Origin and habitat
Captive-bred long-finned strain of Puntigrus tetrazona
Keeper notes
Same fin-nipping temperament as the standard tiger barb, but its own long fins are also a target for nippers; keep 8+ and avoid mixing with other long-finned fish. Eats shrimp.
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