Neptune’s rating:
68- AffordabilityAffordable
- Aggression LevelVery Peaceful
- Breeding AggressionSlightly More Aggressive
- Conservation StatusLeast Concern
- DifficultyModerate
- HardinessVery Hardy
- Length4.0 - 5.0 cm
- Liters per Fish5 L
- Maintenance LevelLow Maintenance
- pH6.0 - 8.0
- PopularityVery Popular
- RarityUncommon
- Minimum School Size6
- Tank HabitatSurface Dweller, Mid-tank Dweller, Bottom Dweller
- Temperature20.0 - 26.0 °C
- Territorial BehaviourMildly Territorial
Please note: These values are based on the average of various confirmed sources.
More about Cherry barb
The Cherry Barb is a small, colorful freshwater fish native to Sri Lanka. It has a striking cherry red coloration, especially in males, which intensifies during spawning or when the fish is excited. Typically, females are less brightly colored and have a more subdued reddish hue. This species showcases a sleek, elongated body and reaches up to about 2 inches in length. Cherry Barbs are well-known and popular in the aquarium hobby due to their vibrant color, peaceful nature, and ease of care, making them a favored choice for community tanks.
Did you know?
The name ‘Cherry Barb’ comes from the male’s bright red coloration, which becomes more pronounced and cherry-like during spawning or when the fish is excited. Females are generally paler and have a more subdued coloration.