T-Barb (Barbodes lateristriga)
Fish in the family Cyprinidae. Moderate care. Freshwater.
Quick facts
Scientific nameBarbodes lateristriga
FamilyCyprinidae
Also known asSpanner Barb, Spannerbarb, T-Bar Barb
Care levelModerate
Reef safetyFreshwater
TemperamentSemi Aggressive
Dietomnivore
Adult size7 in
Minimum tank size55 gallons
Water parametersTemp 73-81°F, pH 6.0-7.5, GH 5-15 dGH
Appearance
Silvery body with two vertical black bars at the front and a horizontal stripe toward the tail forming a 'T' or spanner pattern.
Difficulty and care for the T-Barb
Moderate
Origin and habitat
Southeast Asia (Malay Peninsula, Sumatra, Borneo)
Keeper notes
Generally peaceful when young but becomes boisterous and can nip slow tankmates as it grows; keep in a group to diffuse aggression.
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