Balleroides Barb
NameBalleroides Barb
Scientific NameBarbonymus balleroides
Common NamesBalleroides Barb, Red-tailed Tinfoil Barb
FamilyCyprinidae
OriginSoutheast Asia, Mekong Basin
Temperamentcommunity
Dietomnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)180
Max Size (Inches)14
Water TypeFreshwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-79
pH Range6.0-7.5
Compatible SpeciesTinfoil Barb, Bala Shark, Larger Gouramis, Larger Rainbowfish, Severum Cichlid, Uaru Cichlid
Description
Barbonymus balleroides is a large, active freshwater fish native to Southeast Asia. Known for its silvery body and often reddish fins, especially the caudal fin, it requires a very spacious aquarium due to its adult size. This omnivorous species thrives in well-oxygenated water with plenty of swimming room.
