Tinfoil Barb
NameTinfoil Barb
Scientific NameBarbonymus schwanenfeldii
Common NamesTinfoil Barb, Red-tailed Tinfoil Barb, Schwanenfeld's Barb
FamilyCyprinidae
OriginSoutheast Asia, Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia, Sumatra, Borneo
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 SpeciesSilver Dollar, Large Gouramis, Larger Rainbowfish, Plecos, Large Loaches, Oscar Cichlid (in very large tanks), Green Terror Cichlid (in very large tanks)
Description
The Tinfoil Barb is a large, active, schooling fish known for its metallic silver scales and prominent red/orange fins. They require very spacious aquariums due to their significant adult size and energetic nature, making them unsuitable for most home aquariums. They are generally peaceful but can be boisterous and may nip at smaller, slower tankmates.
