Clown Barb
Barbus everetti
FishFreshwater
This barb reaches 12 cm. Its body is silvery with red and black spots, and a black-edged dorsal fin. Males are more colorful. It is a gregarious fish that must live in groups of at least 5. Omnivorous, it feeds on flakes, small invertebrates, and plant matter. Peaceful but may be slightly boisterous with slow fish.
Recommended parameters
| Parameter | Recommended range |
|---|---|
| Temperature | 23–27 |
| pH | 6–7 |
| GH | 3–10 |
| KH | 2–8 |
| NO₃ | ≤ 20 |
| PO₄ | ≤ 0.5 |
Care
Difficulty2/5
Dietomnivore
Min. tank100 L
Min. group5
Adult size12 cm
Lifespan5 ans
Temperamentpeaceful
Care notes
Temperature 23-27°C, pH 6.0-7.0, hardness 3-10 dGH. A minimum 100-liter tank for a group. Diet should be varied: flakes, pellets, brine shrimp, daphnia. Provide subdued lighting and shaded areas. Efficient filtration with moderate flow. Hardy but sensitive to high nitrates.