Tinfoil Barb
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NameTinfoil Barb
Scientific NameBarbonymus schwanenfeldii
Common NamesTinfoil Barb, River Barb, Goldfoil Barb
FamilyCyprinidae
OriginSoutheast Asia, Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia
Temperamentsemi-aggressive
Dietomnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)125
Max Size (Inches)14
Water TypeFreshwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-79
pH Range6.0-7.5
Compatible SpeciesBala Shark, Silver Dollar, Large Gourami, Oscar Cichlid (with caution), Green Terror Cichlid (with caution), Large Pleco
Description
The Tinfoil Barb is a large, active, schooling freshwater fish characterized by its shimmering silver scales and often red-orange fins edged in black. They require very spacious aquariums due to their significant adult size and energetic swimming habits. While generally peaceful with similarly sized tankmates, they may prey on smaller fish.
