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Cherry Barb (Puntius titteya)

Cherry Barb

Puntius titteya

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One of the most peaceful barbs; males turn deep red. Keep more females than males.

Adult size
2 in
Smallest tank
20 gal
Keep them in groups of
6+
Temperature
73–81 °F
pH · hardness
6–7.5 · 4–15 dGH
Food
Omnivore: flakes, pellets, frozen foods, some vegetable matter
Start a freshwater build to add this

Gets along with

Chili RasboraNerite SnailRamshorn SnailMalaysian Trumpet SnailAssassin SnailGhost ShrimpBetta (male)Ember Tetra

Think twice about

Cherry Shrimp — shrimp it would huntBlue Dream Shrimp — shrimp it would huntWhite Cloud Mountain Minnow — needs 60–72 °FCrystal Red Shrimp — shrimp it would huntTiger Shrimp — shrimp it would huntDiscus — needs 82–88 °F

Easy plants for the same tank

Amazon SwordTemple PlantRed Tiger LotusRotala RotundifoliaBacopa CarolinianaLudwigia Repens

Care ranges are typical hobby guidance and vary by source and by where the animal came from. Ask your supplier and watch your own tank. Spot a mistake on this page? Let me know.