Cherry barb
Barbus titteya
FishFreshwater
The Cherry barb is a schooling fish from Sri Lanka. Males display an intense cherry red color, especially during breeding. It reaches up to 5 cm. It prefers soft, slightly acidic water with dense vegetation. It is an excellent fish for peaceful community tanks.
Recommended parameters
| Parameter | Recommended range |
|---|---|
| Temperature | 23–27 |
| pH | 6–7 |
| GH | 2–10 |
| KH | 2–8 |
| NO₃ | ≤ 20 |
| PO₄ | ≤ 0.5 |
Care
Difficulty1/5
Dietomnivore
Min. tank60 L
Min. group6
Adult size5 cm
Lifespan4 ans
Temperamentpeaceful
Care notes
Keep in groups of 6+ in a tank of at least 60L. Soft water, gentle filtration, plenty of plants. Feed with flakes, small pellets, and live foods.