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Tinfoil Barb
Native Region:
Thailand.
Temperament: Community, but large fish
only.
Feeding: Feed with large quantities of flakes, small
fish, vegetables, shrimp pellets and even soaked dog biscuits when they get larger. Not
hard to keep except for it's very large size. Plants will be uprooted and eaten.
Sexing: Only God & they know.
General Comments: Not for the beginner and need to be
kept with several others in a large tank.
The Tinfoil Barb has large, distinct silvery metallic scales, red-tipped
fins, and a forked tail characteristic of a fast-swimming fish. The shimmering
silver scales of this active swimmer reflect light as the Tinfoil Barb maneuvers
its way in the aquarium. It is not difficult to see why this eye-catching,
tinfoil-like attribute gave rise to the common name of Barbus schwanefeldi.
The Tinfoil Barb is a very hardy fish and compared to other barbs, quite
docile in nature. This peaceful demeanor and glittery body make the Tinfoil Barb
an attractive addition to the large community aquarium. As a schooling fish, the
Tinfoil Barb should be kept in a group of at least 6 or more individuals with
other non-aggressive large fish.
Wild Tinfoil Barbs inhabit large, fast flowing rivers of Southeast Asia. The
home aquarium should best recreate the natural environment of the Tinfoil Barb
by maintaining good filtration and strong water movement. Tinfoil Barbs can
reach an adult size over a foot in length so it is essential to house this fish
in a larger aquarium of at least 70 gallons in size. Also, the Tinfoil Barb is a
known jumper so a tight-fitting canopy or hood is required to prevent injury.
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