$18.95
Gold Tiger Barbs put a metallic spin on the classic Tiger pattern—rich golden scales crossed by crisp black bands. At just 3 cm they settle quickly, grow fast under good care, and add lively mid-water motion without overwhelming smaller community setups.
(Puntigrus tetrazona “Gold” morph)
| Size sold | ≈ 3 cm (1¼ in) juvenile |
| Temperament | Active, social, mildly nippy if kept in fewer than six |
| Ideal group | 6 fish or more |
| Minimum tank | 80 L / 20 gal with at least 60 cm length |
| Water range | 23 – 27 °C • pH 6.5 – 7.5 • KH 3 – 8 |
| Diet | Mixed: high-quality micro-pellets, spirulina flakes, frozen brine/daphnia |
Give them lanes. A two-foot tank lets juveniles school smoothly; clear the front third for open swimming.
Backdrop cover. Tall stems or driftwood roots along the rear calm the group and deepen their color.
Gentle flow. A hang-on-back or small canister turning the tank 5–6 × per hour keeps oxygen high.
Floating shade. Salvinia or frogbit tones down light and highlights the gold sheen.
| Good fits | Why |
|---|---|
| Zebra Danios, Harlequin Rasboras | Match speed and size |
| Panda or Bronze Corydoras | Occupy the bottom, ignore barbs |
| Bristlenose Pleco | Armored algae helper |
| Cherry Barbs | Similar temperament, contrasting color |
Skip long-fin species (bettas, fancy guppies) that invite nipping.
Morning: small pinch of micro-pellets (finish in 90 s).
Evening: spirulina flake or thawed brine shrimp.
Twice a week: frozen daphnia for variety. Remove leftovers to keep nitrate low.
Tank-raised, 14-day quarantined, shipped in insulated packs with oxygen. Live-arrival covered—email a clear photo within 2 h of delivery for credit or reship.
Quick order note: Keep at least six Gold Tiger Barbs together; smaller numbers turn nippy and fade in color.
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