Fishician®Diet
Omnivore – pellets, flake food, vegetables, frozen foods
Aquarium species profile
Tinfoil Barb
Barbonymus schwanenfeldii · Southeast Asia (Mekong, Chao Phraya basins)
Minimum tank125 gal
Adult size14"
Care levelEasy
TemperamentSemi-Aggressive
Temperature72–82°F
pH range6.5–7.5
Compatible tank mates
Other large robust fish; Bala Sharks, large catfish, Silver Dollars, peaceful large cichlids
Tank mates to avoid
Small fish (will eat), delicate plants, fin-nippers
Care notes
Active schooling fish; keep 5+. Large active swimmers needing significant tank length. Will eat smaller tank mates.
Check the whole aquarium. Tank size alone does not establish compatibility. Confirm adult size, water overlap, social grouping, territory, diet, and the individual animals before stocking.