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Barbonymus altus

Tinfoil Barb, Red-tail Tinfoil Barb
Temperature
20–27°C
pH
8–8
dGH
2–15 ppm
Size
21 cm
Tank
400 L
Barbonymus altus is a peaceful schooling fish that thrives in a spacious aquarium environment. Due to their active nature, a tank of at least 400 liters is recommended with plenty of swimming space. They get along well with other similarly sized, peaceful fish. As omnivores, their diet should include a mix of plant-based and protein-rich foods. Regular water changes and monitoring of water parameters ensure vibrant health and growth of these colorful fish.

Water parameters

Hardness
2–15 ppm
Temperature
20–27°C
pH
8–8

Tank & size

Fish size
21 cm
Tank length
120 cm
Tank volume
400 L

Distribution

Cambodia,Laos,Thailand,Vietnam.

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