Tiger Barb Green
The Spotted Borneo Sucker is a very interesting freshwater loach that is found in shallow, clear, fast-flowing waters in Western Borneo. They are a good addition to community aquariums and an interesting oddity which is also a useful scavenger. As they prefer well-oxygenated water, their aquarium should be well aerated and have good water movement (e.g. power head/filter). A water temperature of 20 -25°C is preferable to maximise dissolved oxygen level, an important prerequisite for keeping this fish.
| Synonyms | Barbus tetrazona, Barbus tetrazona tetrazona, Capoeta tetrazona, Puntius tetrazona |
| Distribution | Native to Borneo but captive forms are many generations away from the wild. Introduced to many other countries. |
| Maximum Size | 8cm (3.15") |
| Temperature | 21-26°C |
| Water Parameters | Will acclimatise to a wide range of conditions. pH: 6.0-8.0, dH: up to 20 degrees. |
| Compatibility | Community with no long-finned fish |
| Lighting | No special requirements |
| Sexual Dimorphism | Males slimmer and more colourful. Females grow slightly larger than the males. |
| Feeding | Flake, granules, pellets, algae wafers and frozen foods |
R40.00