Barbonymus schwanenfeldii
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Tinfoil Barb
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This fish is from Asia. Endangered in some areas.
Freshwater Best kept in a grouop of 5 or 6, needs a large tank with plenty of swimming room, scares easily.
Tight fitting lids as they can jump.
Size: 35 cm
Min. Tank Size 600 litres.
pH 6.0 - 8
Temp. 22-28 °C
Water Hardness 5 12dh
Diet mainly herbivorous but will eat Worms, crustaceans, insects and Besides live foods, you should offer various frozen, freeze-dried, and pellet foods.