Collection: Barbs

Barbs: Vibrant Life for Your Aquarium

If you're seeking lively, hardy, and colorful additions to your aquarium, look no further than Barbs! These active, social fish are a beloved choice for aquarists worldwide.

• Appearance: Barbs, members of the Cyprinidae family, exhibit a stunning variety of colors and sizes depending on the species. They are readily identified by their colorful scales and one or more pairs of barbels near their mouths. Males often display more vibrant colors than females.
• Behavior: As schooling fish, Barbs thrive in groups of at least six individuals, which helps minimize aggression within the group. Ample swimming space is essential for these energetic fish.
• Habitat: Native to Asia, Africa, and Europe, Barbs are typically found inhabiting streams and rivers.
• Water Preferences: They prefer soft, slightly acidic, and well-aerated water at cooler temperatures, ideally between 75°F and 80°F, with a pH range of 6.8 to 7.8.
• Tank Mates: Due to their active nature, Barbs are best suited for community tanks with robust, similarly energetic fish. Long-finned species may not be the ideal companions for some Barb species.
• Diet: As omnivores, Barbs enjoy a varied diet, including worms, insects, crustaceans, and plant matter.
• Breeding: Barbs reproduce through egg-laying.