20 facts about Tiger Barb:
Tiger Barbs (Puntigrus tetrazona) are freshwater fish native to Southeast Asia, specifically Thailand, Sumatra, and Borneo.
They are part of the Cyprinidae family, which includes other popular aquarium fish like Goldfish and Koi.
Tiger Barbs are known for their distinctive black stripes that run vertically down their orange or yellow body.
They grow up to 3 inches (7.6 cm) long and have a lifespan of up to 6 years in captivity.
Tiger Barbs are considered semi-aggressive and may nip at the fins of other fish in the aquarium, especially if they feel threatened.
They prefer to be kept in groups of 5 or more to help diffuse their aggression and keep them entertained.
Tiger Barbs are omnivores and will eat both plants and small animals, so it's important to provide them with a varied diet.
In the wild, Tiger Barbs are known to eat insects, small crustaceans, and even some aquatic plants.
They are relatively easy to care for and can adapt to a wide range of water conditions, but prefer slightly acidic water with a pH between 6.0 and 7.0.
Tiger Barbs are relatively active fish and require plenty of swimming space in their aquarium. A 20-gallon tank is recommended for a small group of Tiger Barbs.
They are known to jump out of their aquarium, so it's important to keep a tight-fitting lid on the tank.
Tiger Barbs are egg-layers and will spawn in a well-planted aquarium with plenty of hiding places.
The female Tiger Barb is slightly larger and rounder than the male.
Male Tiger Barbs will chase and court the female before spawning. They will lay their eggs on the bottom of the aquarium, or on leaves of plants.
The eggs will hatch within 24-48 hours and the fry will become free-swimming after 2-3 days.
Tiger Barbs are often used as feeder fish for larger predatory fish, but this practice is not recommended as it can spread disease to the larger fish.
Tiger Barbs are known to be susceptible to several diseases, including Ich (white spot disease) and Velvet disease.
They can be treated with commercial medications or through natural remedies like adding aquarium salt or raising the temperature of the water.
Tiger Barbs are popular aquarium fish due to their striking appearance and active nature.
They are sometimes referred to as "Tiger Fish," but this name should not be confused with the larger, predatory fish of the same name found in Africa.
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