The Longfin Tiger Barb is one of the most attractive varieties of the Tiger Barb Puntius tetrazona. Like its predecessor, it has a very striking coloration. The body is brightly colored with four very distinctive black stripes on a yellow-to-red background.
| Category | Rating |
|---|---|
| Care Level: | Easy to moderate |
| Temperament: | Playful, but can be aggressive |
| Color Form: | Varies, but typically silver or gold with four black bands |
| Lifespan: | 5-7 Years |
| Size: | 2-3 inches |
| Diet: | Omnivore |
| Family: | Cyprinidae |
| Minimum Tank Size: | 20 gallon |
| Tank Set-Up: | Fine gravel substrate with rocks at the bottom and submerged vegetation planted along the sides |
| Compatibility: | Often compatible |