Long Fin Tiger Barbs Puntigrus tetrazona 2-4cm
Long Fin Tiger Barbs Puntigrus tetrazona brings active schooling behaviour and a clearly named colour or fin form to a suitably prepared aquarium. Plan its home around adult space, water, diet and social needs rather than the current sale size.
Quick Facts
| Scientific name: | Puntigrus tetrazona |
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| Product type: | freshwater barb |
| Sale size: | Approximately 2–4cm as listed |
| Sale unit: | One individual per quantity ordered unless the listing states otherwise |
| Social needs: | Active schooling barb with a recognised risk of fin nipping; group size and tank layout matter |
FAQ
What is the typical school size for Long Fin Tiger Barbs?
These barbs thrive in groups of at least 6 to 10 individuals. A larger group helps reduce stress and minimizes the risk of fin nipping.
Are Long Fin Tiger Barbs suitable for community tanks?
They are best suited for tanks with similarly sized, non-aggressive fish. Due to their active nature and fin nipping tendencies, they should not be kept with slow-moving or delicate species.
How should the tank be set up for Long Fin Tiger Barbs?
Provide ample open swimming space, hiding spots, and a well-planted layout to reduce aggression. Avoid sharp decorations that could injure their fins.
Jack Walker –
The fish are lively and form a nice school. I kept them in a 60-liter tank with a group of 8. They swim actively and the coloration is vibrant. Just make sure the tank has enough space and plants to avoid fin nipping.
Frank Knox –
Good color and movement. I added them to a community tank with tetras and corydoras. The group size was 6, and they were fine as long as there were no small fish. The water parameters stayed stable.
Liam Mitchell –
They are active and colorful, but I noticed some fin nipping in the first week. I increased the group to 10 and added more hiding spots. Now they are more peaceful.
Andrea Simpson –
The fish arrived healthy and were immediately active. I kept them in a 40-liter tank with a good school size. The long fins are striking and they swim in tight formation. Great for adding movement to a tank.