Barb Fish of all Kinds

Here are some surprising facts about Aquarium Fish

that will help you choose the right fish for your tank.

Along with the reduction of stress, aquariums can also help lower anxiety. Fish tanks can arguably serve as a calming distraction. Looking into the tank and observing its inhabitants helps people forget about their present worries for a moment.

Photos of Barbs that have swam through our shop

Tiger Barb

The very popular tiger barb is an easy fish to care for and can be fun to watch as it swims at high speed in schools of six or more.

Green Tiger Barb

Green Tiger Barbs are native to the warm, tropical rivers of Southeast Asia, specifically Indonesia, Borneo, and Sumatra.

Golden Barb

It is a flashy, peaceful fish for a community tank, but in the wild, this man-made shiny coloring would make it quick prey for predators.

Ruby Barb

Ruby barbs are schooling fish that should always be kept in groups of eight or more. They are less nippy than the tiger barb and are suitable for community aquariums with other peaceful fish.

Cherry Barb

They grow up to 2 inches long, and the males are often smaller than the females. These fish have a black lateral stripe spanning their entire body and glimmering scales. Cherry barbs are famous for their red color, and males are often found in deeper shades of red and pink, while females are more amber-brown.

Rosy Tiger Barb

They have a lifespan of up to 5 years. Rosy barbs natively live in lakes and fast flowing water in a subtropical climate.

Barb Fish of all Kinds

Photos of Barbs that have swam through our shop

We can order fish we don't carry so long as they are available .