Can Tiger Barb Live With Silver Arowana?
❌Not Compatible
Silver Arowana is aggressive and will likely attack or stress tank mates.
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Parameter Comparison
| Parameter | Tiger Barb | Silver Arowana | Overlap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 74–82°F | 75–82°F | 75–82°F ✓ |
| pH Range | 6–7.5 | 6–7.5 | 6–7.5 ✓ |
| Temperament | semi-aggressive | aggressive | Aggression risk ✗ |
| Max Size | 3" | 36" | Size mismatch ✗ |
| Min Tank Size | 20 gal | 125 gal | 125 gal minimum together |
| Diet | Omnivore | Carnivore | — |
| Care Level | beginner | advanced | — |
Species Profiles
Tiger Barb
Puntigrus tetrazona
beginnersemi-aggressive20+ gal
Tiger barbs are energetic, boldly-striped schooling fish that add constant motion and personality to aquariums. Their orange body with four distinctive black vertical stripes is instantly recognizable. They are notorious fin nippers when kept in small groups, but this behavior is easily managed by keeping 8+ together in a spacious tank.
Full care guide →Silver Arowana
Osteoglossum bicirrhosum
advancedaggressive125+ gal
The Silver Arowana (Osteoglossum bicirrhosum) is a advanced-level freshwater fish growing to 36 inches. Aggressive temperament, minimum 125 gallon tank.
Full care guide →Other Compatible Tank Mates
For Silver Arowana:
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