Peaceful
Easy
Schooling
Checker Barb
Oliotius oligolepis
Minimum Tank
20 Gallons
Adult Size
2 inches
Temperature
68-77°F (20-25°C)
pH Range
6.0-7.5
Lifespan
6 years
School Size
6+ fish
About Checker Barb
Peaceful barb with checkerboard pattern. Great community fish.
Care Requirements
Tank Setup
- • Minimum 20-gallon tank required
- • Temperature: 68-77°F (20-25°C)
- • pH: 6.0 - 7.5
- • Category: Barb
Diet & Feeding
- • Diet type: Omnivore
- • Feed 1-2 times daily
- • Varied diet recommended
Tank Mate Compatibility
Compatible With
🐟
Tetras
🐟
Rasboras
🐟
Corydoras
🐟
Loaches
Avoid Keeping With
⚠️
Aggressive Fish
Not compatible
Care Tips
Expert Tips
Very peaceful for a barb, keep in groups, good for planted tanks.
Quick Facts
76L
Min Tank (20gal)
5cm
Adult Size (2")
6yr
Lifespan
6+
Min School
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