Tiger Barb

Tiger Barb (Puntius tetrazona) is a striking and active freshwater fish, recognised for its vibrant orange body and bold black vertical stripes. Our tiger barbs for sale grow to around 6cm, and these lively tiger barb fish are a popular choice for community aquariums, where they add a splash of colour and movement.

Location

Native to Southeast Asia, Tiger Barbs are commonly found in slow-moving rivers and streams in countries such as Indonesia, Malaysia, and Thailand. They thrive in warm, slightly acidic to neutral water conditions typical of their natural habitat.

Diet

These omnivorous fish are not picky eaters and will gladly accept high-quality flake food, pellets, and live or frozen foods like brine shrimp, bloodworms, and daphnia. A varied diet ensures their health and vibrant colours.

Care

Tiger Barbs are relatively easy to care for but do best in schools of at least 6 individuals, as this helps reduce their sometimes aggressive behaviour. They prefer water temperatures between 24 to 28°C and require stable water conditions with gentle filtration. Tiger barbs can nip fins, so avoid long-finned tank mates such as bettas and angelfish.

Habitat

In the wild, Tiger Barbs inhabit slow-moving waters with dense vegetation. To replicate their natural environment in an aquarium, provide live plants, soft substrate, and gentle water flow.

Breeding

Breeding Tiger Barbs is possible in a well-maintained aquarium. They are egg layers, and the female will scatter her eggs among plants or on the substrate. Once the eggs are laid, the adults should be removed to prevent them from eating the eggs.

Buy more and save, with multi-buy discounts from 5 fish. Browse our full range of barbs, including the peaceful cherry barb.

Shipping Information

We take care to ensure your order arrives in excellent condition and ready to settle into your aquarium. All orders are shipped with tracking, and the cut-off time for same-day dispatch is 4 pm.

Orders containing dry goods, shrimp, snails or plants are dispatched Monday to Friday via Royal Mail for fast, reliable delivery. Livestock, in particular live fish and invertebrates, are dispatched Monday to Wednesday only, using an approved overnight courier, to avoid weekend delays and ensure safe and timely delivery.

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During colder weather, heat packs are added when needed. Livestock orders are carefully packed in insulated boxes to help maintain a stable temperature throughout transit.

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