Tiger Barb (Puntigrus tetrazona)
Fish in the family Cyprinidae. Easy care. Freshwater.
Quick facts
Scientific namePuntigrus tetrazona
FamilyCyprinidae
Also known asSumatra Barb, Puntius tetrazona, Barbus tetrazona
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
Stocky silver-gold body with four bold black vertical bars and orange-red fin and snout accents.
Difficulty and care for the Tiger Barb
Easy
Origin and habitat
Sumatra and Borneo, Indonesia
Keeper notes
Notorious fin nipper; harasses long-finned/slow fish (bettas, angelfish, guppies). Keep 6+ to diffuse aggression within the group.
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