Our Guide To Keeping Tinfoil Barb Fish
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About Fish Species:
- Scientific name: Barbonymus schwanenfeldii
- Common name: Tinfoil Barb
- Family: Cyprinidae
- Origin: Southeast Asia, including Indonesia and Malaysia
- Adult length: Up to 35 cm
- Lifespan: 8 to 10 years
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Tank Setup:
- Tinfoil Barbs need a large tank with a minimum capacity of 300 litres, as they grow quite large.
- Provide ample open swimming space along with some planted areas. They appreciate hardy plants like Java Fern and Anubias as they may nibble on softer plants.
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Water Parameters:
- Tinfoil Barbs prefer slightly acidic to neutral water conditions with a pH range of 6.5 to 7.5.
- Keep the water temperature between 22 to 28°C (72 to 82°F).
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Filtration and Water Flow:
- They require a strong filtration system due to their messy eating habits and high activity levels. A canister filter or a powerful hang-on-back filter is recommended.
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Diet:
- Tinfoil Barbs are omnivores and have a hearty appetite. Offer them a varied diet including high-quality flakes, pellets, and live or frozen foods like bloodworms, brine shrimp, and chopped vegetables.
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Tank mates:
- Tinfoil Barbs are peaceful but active fish. They can be kept with other large, peaceful fish species such as other barbs, tetras, danios, and larger rasboras.
- Avoid keeping them with smaller fish that they may consider prey.
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Behavior and Compatibility:
- Tinfoil Barbs are schooling fish and should be kept in groups of at least 5 to 6 individuals to thrive.
- They may display some aggression during feeding or mating, so provide plenty of space and hiding spots to minimize territorial disputes.
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