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Cherry Barb
Cherry barbs get their name from the deep red color males develop. They’re peaceful, hardy, and easy to breed.
Min Tank15 gal
Temp73-81F
pH6-8
Tank Mates
- Neon Tetra
- Corydoras
- Guppy
- Platy
- Harlequin Rasbora
Feeding Tips
Flake food, small pellets, and occasional live or frozen foods like daphnia or bloodworms.
Care Level
Very easy: great community fish
Beginner Tip
Males are more colorful than females. Keep at least 5–6 together so males spread their attention instead of harassing one female.
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