Tinfoil Barb
Image: Photo by and (c)2004 Derek Ramsey (Ram-Man) (CC BY-SA 2.5)
NameTinfoil Barb
Scientific NameBarbonymus schwanenfeldii
Common NamesTinfoil Barb, Schwanefeld's Barb, Goldfoil Barb, River Barb
FamilyCyprinidae
OriginSoutheast Asia, Thailand, Malaysia, Sumatra, Borneo, Java
Temperamentsemi-aggressive
Dietomnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)180
Max Size (Inches)14
Water TypeFreshwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-79
pH Range6.5-7.5
Compatible SpeciesClown Loach, Silver Dollar, Giant Gourami, Oscar Cichlid (large specimens), Plec, Large Rainbowfish, Other large, robust Barbs
Description
The Tinfoil Barb is a large, active, and schooling freshwater fish known for its shimmering, silvery scales and red fins. It requires a very spacious aquarium due to its significant adult size and active nature. While generally peaceful with similarly sized tankmates, it can consume smaller fish.
