Species profile
Tinfoil Barb
Barbonymus schwanenfeldiiTinfoil Barb (Barbonymus schwanenfeldii) is a schooling community species for a cycled 180+ gallon freshwater aquarium. Plan for about 14 inches as an adult, 72-80°F water, pH 6-7.8, and advanced care. Keep a group of at least 6; larger groups often behave more naturally when the tank has room.
Community leaningAdvanced care
180 galMinimum tank
14 inAdult size
6Schooling minimum
72-80°FTemperature
Water Range
- pH
- 6-7.8
- GH
- 4-18 dGH
- KH
- 2-12 dKH
Behavior
- Temperament
- Peaceful
- Fin nipping
- 1/5
- Territory
- 0/5
Diet and Care
- Diet
- omnivore
- Diet difficulty
- 1/5
- Care difficulty
- 4/5
Planning Notes
Large adult size or heavy bioload; plan around adult dimensions, filtration, and long-term tank space.
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