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Barbus or “barbs” fish are common freshwater aquarium fish with a striking appearance. General owners may know tiger barbs as the most common, but there are several types of Barbus fish with different colors and patterns. Knowing each type will help you choose the best fish for business or personal keeping. Here are types of Barbus fish, both the common and the rare ones. 1. Tiger Barbs Tiger barbs originally came from tropical freshwater in Sumatra, Borneo, Thailand, and Cambodia. They grow to around 3 inches (7 cm) of length, and their white bodies are adorned with dark stripes. These fish are active and often “dart” when swimming. Tiger barbs are sturdy and easy to care, and if you keep them properly, they can live for five to six years. Make sure you keep them in a small school (about five or six fish), and don’t put them with gentle fish to avoid them being aggressive. 2. Black ruby barbs Black ruby barbs are another common Barbus fish type and originated from Sri Lanka. The f...

Description: types of feed barbus fish need consist of fresh and frozen meals. Here is the handy feeding guide you can try. Barbus fish come in various colors and markings, and generally, have a lifespan of five to seven years. The right types of feed barbus fish love will make them live longer, and you can also keep their brilliant colors intact. Since barbus fish are omnivores, you can combine both animal and plant elements in the diet, even with readily-available fish feed products. Common Types of Barbus Fish Foods Variety is the key to complete nutrition for barbus fish. You can combine frozen foods with fresh and live feeds. Here are several common foods you can give to your barbus fish: • Vegetables Some vegetables are great to provide fish with vitamins and minerals. You should choose vegetables with low starch and oxalate contents, such as cucumbers, zucchinis, broccoli, cauliflowers, and Chinese cabbage. Boil them for several minutes and cut them up after cooling down. Give...

Description: from fin rot to dropsy, here are types of Barbus fish disease that you must be aware of. Like other freshwater aquarium fish, Barbus fish are also prone to disease. There are various types of Barbus fish disease, with causes that range from water condition to bacteria. Here are several common diseases you may find in Barbus fish, and what possible treatments to use. 1. Fin Rot Fin rot begins as whitish streaks on the tip of the fins, and slowly spread until the fins become frayed. If the disease is left untreated, it can cause their deaths.  Fin rot is caused by bacteria such as Haemophilus piscium and Pseudomonas fluorescence. Some antibiotics are recommended for this disease, but when the disease becomes more severe, you need to consult with professional and isolate the affected fish. 2. Ichthyophthirius (Ich) Ich is a common disease caused by a parasite that attacks Barbus fish, especially tiger barbs. This disease results in white spots on the body, fins, gills...

Summary: spawning Barbus fish requires ideal tank and water conditions. Here is the handy guide to doing that.  Tiger barb is one of the most popular Barbus fish species for the aquarium. Spawning Barbus fish type like tiger barb is easy for beginner fish breeders, but it requires good preparations. Barbus fish is hardy and easy to breed, but a little aggressive. Fish breeders must make sure to create the best water condition, male-to-female fish proportion, and ideal tank condition to get the best tiger barb fry. Preparing Breeding Tank for Barbus Fish An ideal tank condition is important to encourage breeding and reduce aggressive behaviors. Here are the preparations you need to breed Barbus fish, especially tiger barbs: • Prepare ideal tank size Tiger barbs can grow to 2.5 inches (about 6.4 cm) during maturity, so you need proper tank size to accommodate them, especially for breeding. 30 gallons are the recommended minimum tank size for these fish, but for breeding, you can us...

Description: keeping Barbus fish are great but requiring good management and patience. Here are the maintenance techniques to know. Barbus fish are favorite among fish hobbyists and breeders because of three things: they are colorful, strong, and active. Keeping Barbus fish in the aquarium is easy, and the fish create an exciting active display of movements. While the fish are easy to find, make sure you create the best habitat for them so that you can enjoy them longer in the aquarium. Barbus Fish Characteristics Despite the various types, Barbus fish are active and love socializing. They may gather in a small school and swim in darting movements. They come in various colors, including the striped one called tiger barbs. While most of them are peaceful, Barbus fish tend to nip the fins or tails of the tank mates, especially if the aquarium is crowded. Different Barbus fish types have diverse characteristics, but generally, the share traits such as: • Medium sizes Barbus fish are sma...