Can Cherry Barb Live With Tiger Barb?
✅Compatible
Cherry Barb and Tiger Barb are compatible. Temperature overlap 74–81°F.
Conditions: Minimum 20 gallon tank.
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Parameter Comparison
| Parameter | Cherry Barb | Tiger Barb | Overlap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 73–81°F | 68–79°F | 74–81°F ✓ |
| pH Range | 6–7.5 | 6–7.5 | 6–7 ✓ |
| Temperament | peaceful | semi-aggressive | Monitor ⚠ |
| Max Size | 2" | 2.8" | Similar ✓ |
| Min Tank Size | 11 gal | 20 gal | 20 gal minimum together |
| Diet | Omnivore | Omnivore | — |
| Care Level | beginner | beginner | — |
Tank Requirements for Cherry Barb + Tiger Barb
To keep Cherry Barb and Tiger Barb together, you need at minimum a 20 gallon tank. Cherry Barb should be kept in a school of 6+. Tiger Barb should be kept in a school of 8+. Provide adequate filtration, stable temperature with a heater, and hiding spots to reduce stress.
Species Profiles
Cherry Barb
Puntius titteya
beginnerpeaceful11+ gal
The Cherry Barb (Puntius titteya) is a beginner freshwater species known for its red (male), brown-silver (female) coloration. Males turn cherry red. Mid to Lower.
Full care guide →Tiger Barb
Puntigrus tetrazona
beginnersemi-aggressive20+ gal
The Tiger Barb (Puntigrus tetrazona) is a beginner freshwater species known for its orange-gold, black stripes coloration. Keep in groups of 6+. Mid.
Full care guide →Other Compatible Tank Mates
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