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Acrossocheilus iridescens

Golden Barb, Iridescent Barb
Temperature
10–24°C
pH
6.8–8
dGH
3–8 ppm
Size
30 cm
Tank
150 L
The Iridescent Barb is a lively and resilient fish suitable for community tanks. It exhibits a penchant for shoaling, hence keeping them in groups of 5 or more is advisable for behavioral enrichment and stress reduction.

Water parameters

Hardness
3–8 ppm
Temperature
10–24°C
pH
6.8–8

Tank & size

Fish size
30 cm
Tank length
75 cm
Tank volume
150 L

Distribution

Laos, Vietnam China.