{"product_id":"gold-barb-peaceful-freshwater-schooling-fish","title":"Gold Barb (Barbodes semifasciolatus)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eGold Barb\u003c\/strong\u003e is a bright, active freshwater schooling fish known for its golden-yellow body, peaceful temperament, and hardy nature. This colorful barb is a great choice for community aquariums, planted tanks, and beginner-friendly freshwater setups.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGold Barbs add constant movement and cheerful color to the aquarium without becoming overly aggressive. Their golden body color stands out beautifully against green plants, dark substrate, driftwood, and natural aquarium decor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBright Golden Color:\u003c\/strong\u003e Eye-catching yellow-gold body with subtle markings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eActive Schooling Fish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Best kept in groups for natural behavior and confidence.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardy \u0026amp; Beginner-Friendly:\u003c\/strong\u003e Adapts well to a wide range of freshwater aquariums.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePeaceful Community Fish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Works well with many similarly sized peaceful tank mates.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGreat for Planted Tanks:\u003c\/strong\u003e Looks beautiful in natural aquascapes with live plants and driftwood.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGold Barb Care Guide\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Barbodes semifasciolatus\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gold Barb\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Easy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peaceful, active community fish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdult Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e About 2.5 to 3 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum Tank Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20 gallons\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Group Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6 or more\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 64–75°F\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003epH Range:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.0–8.0\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Omnivore\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTank Setup\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGold Barbs do best in an established freshwater aquarium with open swimming space, gentle to moderate water movement, and stable water conditions. They enjoy planted aquariums with areas to explore, but they should also have open space for active schooling behavior.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA natural setup with live plants, smooth rocks, driftwood, and darker substrate can help their golden color stand out. Because they are active swimmers, a tank of at least 20 gallons is recommended for a proper group.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDiet \u0026amp; Feeding\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGold Barbs are omnivores and are easy to feed. Offer a varied diet of quality flakes, micro pellets, small granules, frozen foods, freeze-dried foods, and occasional vegetable-based foods. A varied diet helps support color, activity, and overall condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCompatible Tank Mates\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGold Barbs are generally good community fish when kept in a proper group. Good tank mates include peaceful tetras, danios, rasboras, platies, mollies, swordtails, Corydoras, small plecos, rainbowfish, and other similarly sized peaceful fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvoid housing Gold Barbs with very slow-moving long-finned fish or very tiny fish that may be stressed by their activity level.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBehavior\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGold Barbs are active, social fish that should be kept in groups of at least six. When kept alone or in very small groups, they may become shy or occasionally nippy. In a proper school, they are more confident, active, and enjoyable to watch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Choose Gold Barbs?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGold Barbs are a great choice for aquarists who want a hardy, colorful, and active schooling fish. Their bright golden color, peaceful nature, and easy care requirements make them a strong option for both beginner and experienced freshwater fish keepers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAvailable at Tropical Treasures Wyo\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGold Barbs are available at \u003cstrong\u003eTropical Treasures Wyo\u003c\/strong\u003e in Cheyenne, Wyoming. We offer healthy freshwater fish, aquarium supplies, live plants, and helpful guidance for building a successful community aquarium. Shipping is available to the lower 48 states when weather allows.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tropical Treasures Wyo LLC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54107742961877,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"url":"https:\/\/tropicaltreasureswyo.com\/products\/gold-barb-peaceful-freshwater-schooling-fish","provider":"Tropical Treasures Wyo LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}