Longfin Tiger Barb

Longfin Tiger Barbs are a striking and active variant of the classic Tiger Barb, featuring graceful, extended fins and bold black stripes over a gold-to-orange body. They are lively schooling fish that do best in groups and add constant motion to community tanks with semi-aggressive or fast-moving tankmates.

• Temperature: 74–80°F

• pH: 6.5–7.8 — Adapted to Tallahassee tap water

• Hardness: 5–15 dGH

• Temperament: Semi-aggressive; best kept in groups of 6+ to reduce fin-nipping

• Recommended Group Size: 6 or more (schooling species)

• Minimum Tank Size: 30 gallons

• Max Size: 2.5–3 inches

• Diet: Fluval Bug Bites Tropical Formula, Hikari Micro Pellets, quality flakes, and frozen foods like brine shrimp or bloodworms