Are cherry barbs good with bettas?

Can dwarf gouramis live with cherry barbs?

Can dwarf gouramis live with cherry barbs? Dwarf gouramis tend to stay at the water surface, and cherry barbs will swim mostly in midwater. Both species can get aggressive, but a pair of gouramis and a small shoal of barbs will have plenty of distractions.

Can tiger barbs and gouramis be kept together?

Tiger Barbs are fin nippers and the long flowing gourami’s will be a big target for them. I definately would advise against mixing them. Tiger Barbs are fun fish to keep but their fiesty personality makes them a bit of a challenge for a community aquarium.

Can you mix tiger barbs and gouramis?

The Tiger barbs like to live in shoals, and are quite the opposite of Gouramis. Just do some simple research online, or by asking us here before mixing different kinds of fish together. Tiger Barbs are fin nippers and the long flowing gourami’s will be a big target for them.

What fish can you put with a tiger barb?

If you have your heart set on tiger barbs, there quite a few fish that are compatible with tiger barb fish: 1 Cherry Barb 2 Rosy Barb 3 Black Ruby Barb 4 Corydora Catfish 5 Zebra Danios 6 Swordtails 7 Plecos 8 Clown Loach 9 Pictus Catfish 10 Gouramis More items…

Can you mix different types of tiger barbs?

You can mix different Tiger barbs and it will give you some nice contrast. The only thing I’m not too sure about is the Albino’s. I added a few to my school of mixed Tiger barbs and the Albinos didn’t school with the others. You could try adding some type of Tetras. Just make sure you don’t add any slow moving or long finned fish such as Angels.

Can you keep tiger barbs with fish with long fins?

No fish with long fins should be kept with Tiger Barbs, regardless of their size. The other problem is feeding. Just make sure your fish can compete at the surface or find a way to feed them somewhere else; otherwise, they may starve.

Do all tiger barbs school together?

mandi – as long as you keep tiger barbs (of any color – they are all the same species and will all school together – in leaf’s case, the albinos were added after the others so that’s the reason they may not have all schooled) in a group of at least 7, they occupy themselves with each other and leave most other fish alone.

Are dwarf gourami aggressive?

They’re semi-aggressive on their own and don’t have flowing fins for the Barbs to attack. Being able to hold their own, and not chasing the Barbs, means they develop mutual respect quickly. Dwarf Gourami come in a few different colors, but the majority are red and blue.

What fish can live with a tiger barb?

They are inexpensive fish that can survive in the same surrounding and water atmosphere as the Tiger Barb so make great tank mates with them. Mollies are another type of fish that grows to be quite bigger than the Tiger Barb. As the fish can grow to be up to 7 inches.

Will a dwarf gourami and a crowntail Betta get along?

I had to do it twice with my dwarf gourami, but he has learned to play nice. It will help if you can address your crowding issues too… HOpe that helps! It’s really weird because they were totally fine together for weeks. The female crowntail betta is totally calm.

How to raise barbs in an aquarium?

In order to raise a hefty batch of fry, you’ll need to set up some breeding tanks separate from your main aquarium. Your adult barbs may spawn in their display tank, but they’ll also eat their eggs and fry so only a few (if any) young will survive to adulthood.

Do barbs need an aquarium hood?

Your Barbs will appreciate floating driftwood and bogwood for extra covering; just be aware that when this material decays, it can lower your tank’s pH level. These are active and mischievous fish that may try to jump out of their tank, so an aquarium hood is absolutely needed.

Will an aquarium hood fit my fish tank?

If you’re purchasing an aquarium hood for a pre-existing tank, you’ll need to insure the hood you purchase will fit properly. Even if you think you know what size fish tank you have, measure it anyway.

How long to keep a tank for barbs?

I have kept a tank exclusively for barbs for at least four years. Those tanks ranged in size from 29 to 90 gallons. And, importantly, all were heavily planted. Barbs and plants go hand-in-hand, contrary to what you may have heard.

Where do barbs lay eggs in a tank?

Barbs generally scatter their eggs among plants and on the bottom of the tank. Barbs are in the family Cyprinidae, the largest group of fishes extant, and the group which comprises the carps and minnows, and includes the common goldfish, rasboras, and danios.

How do cherry barbs spawn?

Cherry Barbs are a small, colourful and very peaceful addition to any community tank. They spawn very easily by will scattering the eggs everywhere. They do not raise their fry and will eat the eggs and fry. Cherry Barbs, more is better to pick best ones.

What is an example of a barb fish?

One example is the giant barb (Catlocarpio siamensis), native to Thailand, which grows up to 9 feet long. The most popular species are those which do not get too large and which exhibit bright colors. Many barb species exhibit bright colors on the fin as well as vertical or horizontal striping along the body.

Do tiger barbs lay eggs or give birth?

Tiger Barbs are egg-layers which means female barbs lay eggs while spawning, and males fertilize them while the eggs fall. The eggs fall into the ground, and adult fish tend to eat the eggs. Females can lay more than 500 eggs in one pairing.

What to do if your tiger barbs are laying eggs?

If they finish spawning and laying eggs when you are in the watch, remove the adult fish from the tank right away. If not, remove the pair after a day to save the eggs from the adult fish. Usually, Tiger Barbs begin spawning very soon after they have been brought together again.

What are the best tropical fish for beginners?

Tiger Barb: When someone is talking about barb fish, they usually refer to tiger barbs. These could well be the second choice for tropical fish beginners, however, these particular fish love to nip fins, but they only do this with smaller fish. So, for this reason, it is best to keep similar sized fish within your new fish tank.

Why is this Barb so popular?

This barb is an example of what can happen to a species that is wild-caught and suddenly becomes in high demand. After being named as one of the top new fish species by Aquarama, the international ornamental fish exhibition, this fish quickly became quite popular.

What is another name for the barb fish?

tropical cyprinid fish native to the Kaveri River basin of south east India. Other common names include Tamiraparani barb, Silas barb and longfin barb.

How many tiger barbs should be in a school?

Tiger Barbs are one of the tightest schooling freshwater fish. They tend to remain in formation at the top of the tank. Not having them in a school is a recipe for disaster in most community tanks. Keep at least six of them, and I’d recommend ten or more for the best results. Tiger Barbs are constantly vying for position within their school.

Are tiger barbs easy to take care of?

Tiger Barbs are relatively easy to care for. The problem that most beginners have with them is placing them in a tank without fish that match their temper. Tiger Barbs will nip fins and go after other fish at times, and the fish should be able to fight back. Note that it doesn’t make them suitable for cichlid tanks or real aggressive fish.