Cherry Barb Longfin

• Appearance & Size

• Approx. purchase size: 2 cm

• Max adult size: 5–6 cm

• Small, colorful freshwater fish

• Longfin variant has elongated fins, more graceful swimming

• Behavior & Social

• Peaceful community fish

• Best kept in groups for social interaction

• Active mid-water swimmer, non-aggressive

• Diet & Feeding

• Omnivorous: flakes, pellets, frozen foods, live foods

• Accepts variety of foods for healthy coloration

• Feed small portions multiple times a day

• Aquarium Setup

• Minimum tank size: 20–30 gallons

• Well-planted tanks with open swimming areas

• Decorations or hiding spots help reduce stress

• Soft substrate preferred for delicate fins

• Water Parameters

• pH: 6.0–8.0

• Temperature: 20–27 °C

• Stable water conditions recommended

• Tankmates – Compatible

• Peaceful, similarly sized fish: tetras, danios

• Bottom dwellers: cory catfish, plecos

• Avoid aggressive or large predatory species

• Lifespan

• Average lifespan: 5–7 years with proper care