Tiger Barb (Puntigrus tetrazona)
Overview:
Enhance your aquarium with the lively and colorful Tiger Barb (Puntigrus tetrazona). Known for its energetic demeanor and distinctive striped patterns, this popular fish adds a dynamic flair to community tanks. Ideal for both beginner and experienced aquarists, Tiger Barbs are cherished for their social behavior and active swimming habits.
Key Features:
- Scientific Name: Puntigrus tetrazona
- Common Names: Tiger Barb, Sumatra Barb
- Size: Up to 3 inches (7.5 cm)
- Lifespan: 5-7 years
- Coloration: Silver body with black vertical stripes and orange to red fins
Habitat and Care:
- Tank Size: Minimum 20 gallons for a small group
- Water Parameters:
- Temperature: 72-78°F (22-26°C)
- pH: 6.0-7.5
- Water Hardness: Soft to moderately hard
- Diet: Omnivorous; flake or pellet food supplemented with live or frozen foods such as bloodworms, brine shrimp, and vegetable matter
- Behavior: Active and shoaling; keep in groups of 6 or more to minimize aggression
- Substrate: Fine gravel or sand
- Plants and Decor: Provide plants with robust leaves and open swimming spaces; use rocks and driftwood for shelter and hiding spots
Benefits:
- Vibrant Colors: The striking contrast of black stripes and red-orange fins makes Tiger Barbs a visually appealing addition to any tank.
- Active Nature: Known for their lively swimming and playful interactions with tank mates.
- Community Compatibility: Generally peaceful with other robust, fast-swimming fish species.
Ideal Tank Mates:
- Similar-sized, active fish such as Danios, Rainbowfish, and other Barbs
- Avoid long-finned or slow-moving fish that may become targets of nipping
Important Notes:
- Shoaling Behavior: Tiger Barbs thrive in groups and can exhibit nipping behavior if not kept in sufficient numbers.
- Tank Setup: Ensure ample swimming space and hiding spots to accommodate their active nature.
- Water Quality: Maintain stable water parameters and perform regular water changes to ensure their health and well-being.
Why Choose Our Fish?
Our Tiger Barbs are sourced from reputable breeders, ensuring you receive healthy and vibrant specimens. Whether you're starting a new aquarium or adding to an existing community tank, these charismatic fish will bring energy and excitement to your aquatic environment.
Add the dynamic Tiger Barb to your aquarium today and enjoy their lively antics and vibrant colors!
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Traditional Tiger Barbs for my Indo-Tank!
These arrived one day after I was notified that they'd been shipped! Beautiful Tigers that were slow to take to their new, cycled tank but within minutes, were zooming all over! Although I won't feed them today (first day they arrived) they're already ravenous, shooting around their new planted fish tank looking for goodies to snap up. I always feed medicated food to all new fish and these will not be any different! Metroplex, Kanaplex, and garlic for taste will be in their pellets for 14 days. PetZoneSD delivered healthy, feisty fish, and they delivered FAST. NO DOAs! Since I'm in the Inland Empire I opted for the simple USPS delivery and did NOT lose a single Tiger! I'm extremely happy with my purchase! I will definitely buy from PetZoneSD again!
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Tiger Barb
The little guy seems health only thing is he's pretty tiny.
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Tiger barbs
They Were A Little Big Sized But Loved em
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Quick ship
Arrived alive and well. And wanted out of the bag
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Alive
All are okay. They like they tank mates. I have a happy home. Thanks.
