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Here is a complete care guide and profile for the Green Tiger Barb, a colorful, energetic freshwater fish that brings vibrant activity to aquariums.
🐟 Green Tiger Barb – Full Details & Care Guide
✅ Common Names:
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Green Tiger Barb
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Moss Green Barb
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Metallic Green Barb
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Neon Green Tiger Barb (if fluorescent)
🔬 Scientific Classification:
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Puntigrus tetrazona (green variant) |
| Family | Cyprinidae |
| Origin | Borneo, Sumatra, Southeast Asia (wild type); Green variety is selectively bred |
| Type | Freshwater tropical fish |
🎨 Appearance:
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Body Color | Iridescent green body (often dark emerald or metallic green) |
| Stripes | Black vertical stripes, often less visible due to green coloration |
| Fins | Reddish or orange-tinted fins |
| Size | 2 – 2.5 inches (5–6.5 cm) |
| Lifespan | 5 – 7 years with proper care |
🔸 The green coloration is a result of selective breeding and appears more vivid under good lighting.
🌡️ Water Parameters:
| Parameter | Ideal Range |
|---|---|
| Temperature | 22 – 27°C (72 – 80°F) |
| pH Level | 6.0 – 7.5 |
| Water Hardness | 5 – 15 dGH |
| Water Type | Freshwater |
🏡 Tank Setup:
| Feature | Recommendation |
|---|---|
| Tank Size | Minimum 20 gallons (larger is better for active groups) |
| Group Size | 6 or more (schooling fish) to reduce fin-nipping |
| Substrate | Dark gravel or sand to enhance colors |
| Decor | Rocks, driftwood, caves, and live plants for hiding |
| Swimming Zone | Mid-level of tank |
| Lighting | Moderate; enhances metallic green shine |
| Filter | Moderate to strong flow filter recommended |
| Tank Lid | Required (they may jump) |
🧬 Temperament & Behavior:
| Trait | Details |
|---|---|
| Temperament | Semi-aggressive, especially in small groups |
| Schooling | Yes – should be kept in groups of 6+ to disperse aggression |
| Activity Level | Very active and playful |
| Compatibility | With similarly sized, fast-moving, and non-finned fish |
⚠️ If kept in small numbers (less than 5), green tiger barbs may nip fins and become aggressive.
🍽️ Feeding:
| Type | Examples |
|---|---|
| Staple Diet | High-quality tropical flakes or micro pellets |
| Live/Frozen | Bloodworms, brine shrimp, daphnia |
| Vegetable Matter | Spirulina flakes, boiled spinach, blanched peas |
| Feeding Frequency | 2–3 times per day in small amounts |
🐣 Breeding Green Tiger Barbs:
| Breeding Aspect | Detail |
|---|---|
| Type | Egg scatterer |
| Breeding Tank | Separate 10–15 gallon tank with fine-leaved plants or spawning mop |
| Spawning Behavior | Males chase females during courtship |
| Egg Count | 100–300 eggs per spawn |
| Parental Care | None – adults will eat eggs if not separated |
| Hatch Time | 24–36 hours |
| Fry Feeding | Infusoria → baby brine shrimp after 3–4 days |
🤝 Suitable Tank Mates:
| ✅ Compatible Fish | ❌ Avoid These |
|---|---|
| Zebra Danios | Betta fish (fin-nipping) |
| Rosy Barbs | Angelfish |
| Corydoras Catfish | Long-finned guppies |
| Rainbowfish | Slow-moving or timid fish |
| Loaches | Dwarf gouramis (may be stressed) |
🟢 Best with active, similarly sized fish that can keep up with their speed.
🧼 Maintenance Tips:
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🚿 25–30% weekly water change
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🧪 Regular water testing (ammonia, nitrite, pH)
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🧹 Gravel vacuuming and filter cleaning monthly
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🌡️ Stable water temp is crucial
🌟 Highlights:
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✅ Hardy and adaptable – great for intermediate aquarists
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🎨 Stunning green metallic color with classic tiger pattern
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🐠 Ideal for active, lively aquariums
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⚠️ Needs to be kept in groups of 6 or more to reduce aggression
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👁️ Eye-catching centerpiece in community tanks
🧾 Green Tiger Barb – Summary Sheet:
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Puntigrus tetrazona |
| Common Name | Green Tiger Barb |
| Size | 2 – 2.5 inches |
| Lifespan | 5 – 7 years |
| Temperament | Semi-aggressive (schooling fish) |
| Best Group Size | 6 or more |
| Tank Size | 20+ gallons |
| Swimming Zone | Middle |
| Care Level | Moderate |
| Diet | Omnivorous |
| Breeding | Egg scatterer, easy in separate tank |
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