Tinfoil Barb

Quick Stats

Size	Up to 14" (36cm)
Tank	200 litres +
Swimming Area	Middle
Ph	6.4 to 7.6
Temperature	72ºF to 82ºF (22-28°C)
Food	Flakes and frozen foods as well as live.

Common Name:

Tinfoil Barb, Red Tinfoil Barb.

Distribution:

Asian rivers of Thailand, Borneo and Sumatra.

Colouration:

Predominatedly silver with red fins in some species.

Lifespan:

Up to 18 years.

Maintenance:

10 to 20% weekly water change. Not suitable for most aquarists. Needs a very large tank and should be kept in schools which can be very impressive at full size.

Feeding:

Feeding is not a problem as they will accept all types of food including flake and frozen. They are voracious eaters.

Substrate:

Sandy material.

Tank Decor:

The tank should be very large with plastic plats only as they will eat live plants. Plenty of open swimming areas should be provided as they are a very active fish, constantly on the move.

Filtration:

Good filtration is required as they are heavy feeders and therefore produce lots of waste. A good current is also recommended.

Biotype:

Asian rivers.

Breeding:

No known method in aquariums due to size.