Description
The Clown Barb is an active, medium-sized species, which should be housed in aquaria 4ft long or more. They should be maintained in shoals of 6 or more fish, and kept with similar sized tankmates. They make great companions for some of the medium-large sized Botiid loaches. The aquarium must receive frequent partial water changes as this species is sensitive to the build up of pollutants. The water should also be well-oxygenated in order for these fish to thrive, particularly if you plan on maintaining them at the higher end of their preferred temperature range. Clown Barbs will eat soft-leaved plants, so it is best to choose the more robust species to plant the sides and back of the aquarium with, e.g. Anubias sp, Java fern etc.
