A bold, colorful schooling barb—active but usually manageable in a proper group.
Parameters
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Care level: Easy
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Adult size: ~2.5–3 inches
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Temperament: Semi-peaceful (can nip if under-grouped)
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Tank size: 30+ gallons
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Group size: 8+
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Temperature: 77–80°F
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pH: 7.0–8.0
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Hardness: Moderately hard OK
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Diet: Omnivore
Tankmates
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Good: Fast community fish, rainbowfish, Corydoras
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Avoid: Long-finned/slow fish