Cherry Barb Care Guide
Puntius titteya
Key Takeaways
- Cherry Barb needs at least 15 gallons, with 25 gallons preferred.
- Keep water between 22-28°C and pH 6-7.5.
- Keep a group of at least 6 to reduce stress.
Quick Facts
Difficulty: beginner
Min Tank: 15 gallons
Size: 5 cm
Group: 6+
Temperature: 22-28°C
pH: 6-7.5
Temperament: peaceful
Swimming: middle
Diet: omnivore
Lifespan: 4-6 years
Care Overview
Los barbos cereza son peces de cardumen pacíficos. Los machos desarrollan un bonito color rojo cereza y son mucho menos agresivos que muchos otros barbos.
Ideal Tank Setup
Un acuario plantado de al menos 15 galones con espacios abiertos de nado es adecuado. Mantén al menos seis con buena proporción de hembras y machos; prefieren agua ligeramente ácida.
Diet and Feeding
Son omnívoros. Aceptan escamas, pellets pequeños y comida viva o congelada. Alimenta dos veces al día.
Best Tank Mates
- Tetras
- Rasboras
- Corydoras
- Gouramis
Fish to Avoid
- Peces muy pequeños
- Especies agresivas
Common Problems
- Machos que se persiguen
- Pérdida de color por estrés
Common Beginner Mistakes
- Using a tank smaller than 15 gallons, which makes water quality harder to keep stable.
- Ignoring adult size, group size, or temperament when choosing tank mates.
- Changing too much water or filter media at once before checking ammonia and nitrite.
Frequently Asked Questions
¿Los barbos cereza son agresivos?
No. Están entre los barbos más pacíficos; los machos se exhiben entre sí, pero rara vez causan daño.
Related Tools
Sources and Review Process
- Freshwater aquarium husbandry references for water quality, tank size, and stocking guidance.
- Species profiles and compatibility rules maintained in the AquaScience AI data set.
- Aquarium health guidance is educational and should not replace an aquatic veterinarian for severe symptoms.