{"product_id":"tiger-barb","title":"Tiger Barb (Puntigrus tetrazona)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eTiger Barb (Puntigrus tetrazona)\u003c\/strong\u003e is one of the most popular freshwater aquarium fish, known for its bold black stripes, vibrant orange-gold body, and energetic personality. Native to Southeast Asia, Tiger Barbs are active schooling fish that bring constant movement and excitement to community aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHardy, colorful, and beginner friendly, Tiger Barbs thrive when kept in groups and make an excellent choice for aquarists looking for an active freshwater fish with plenty of personality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eQuick Facts\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003ePuntigrus tetrazona\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tiger Barb\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdult Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2.5–3 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Semi-aggressive\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Easy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Omnivore\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLifespan:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5–7 years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum Tank Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20 gallons\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 74–80°F\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003epH Range:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.0–7.5\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Hardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5–15 dGH\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSwimming Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Midwater\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSchooling Fish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Choose Tiger Barbs?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ Bold orange and black striped coloration\u003cbr\u003e✔ Active and entertaining behavior\u003cbr\u003e✔ Hardy and adaptable species\u003cbr\u003e✔ Excellent schooling fish\u003cbr\u003e✔ Great for larger community aquariums\u003cbr\u003e✔ Beginner-friendly care requirements\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAquarium Setup\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTiger Barbs thrive in aquariums with open swimming areas combined with plants, driftwood, and rockwork. A well-decorated aquarium helps reduce aggression and provides a more natural environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause Tiger Barbs are highly active, adequate swimming space is important.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRecommended setup:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e20-gallon aquarium minimum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOpen swimming areas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLive plants\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDriftwood and rocks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModerate water flow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSecure lid\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDiet \u0026amp; Feeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTiger Barbs are omnivores and readily accept a wide variety of foods:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTropical flakes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQuality pellets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrozen bloodworms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrine shrimp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDaphnia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLive foods\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVegetable-based foods\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA varied diet helps maintain bright coloration and overall health.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTank Mates\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTiger Barbs do best with active fish that can match their energy level, including:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreen Tiger Barbs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCherry Barbs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDanios\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRainbowfish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCorydoras\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLarger Rasboras\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLoaches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRobust Tetras\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvoid housing with:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBettas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAngelfish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFancy Guppies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLong-finned Gouramis\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOther slow-moving, long-finned fish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSchooling Behavior\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTiger Barbs should always be kept in groups of at least six individuals. Larger groups help spread out social behavior and significantly reduce fin-nipping tendencies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor best results:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMinimum group size: 6\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecommended group size: 8–12+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAre Tiger Barbs good for community tanks?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, when kept with appropriately sized and active tank mates. They do best in groups and may nip fins if kept in small numbers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo Tiger Barbs need a heater?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. They thrive in tropical water temperatures between 74–80°F.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAre Tiger Barbs beginner friendly?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAbsolutely. 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