Tiger Barb ***

Fish Species

Tiger Barb

Tiger Barb - Description

The Tiger Barb also known as the Sumatra Barb is a freshwater tropical fish from the Minnow family. It is distinguished by its orange/gold color with striking black bands. They can be an aggressive fish and 'nip' the fins of other species so don't make an ideal community fish.

Profile of the Tiger Barb

This Profile contains interesting facts and information about the Tiger Barb species.

Size: Up to 6cm
Fish Tank conditions: 25-27 Degrees. PH 6-8
Temperament: Can be aggressive to other species
Diet / Feeding: Brine Shrimp, Dried, Frozen or Flaked Food
Habitat: Shallow waters of fast flowing streams
Behaviour: Keep in schools of at least six to minimise aggressive behaviour

Range: Indonesia, Borneo and Sumatra

Scientific Classification of the Tiger Barb

Definition: Scientific classification, or biological classification, is how biologists group and categorize species of organisms with shared physical characteristics. Scientific classification belongs to the science of taxonomy.

Species: Puntius tetrazona
Popular Names: Tiger Barb - Sumatra Barb
Kingdom: Animalia
Phylum: Chordata
Class: Actinopterygii
Order: Cypriniformes
Family: Cyprinidae

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Facts about Fish Species - Tiger Barb

The colours, shapes and sizes of individual fishes varies enormously - you really need excellent quality pictures or photographs to assist in the identification process.

A combination of the number of fins and their characteristics, color, scale counts, general features, maximum length and distribution are used during a species identification process.

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