Checker Barb

Barbs are hardy, lively schooling fish with a striking coloration. Barbs are playful, active swimmers and may harass or nip the fins of slow-moving fish. If kept in schools of five or more they usually stick to themselves, and do not bother the other fish in the aquarium as often as only one or two barbs would.

Name: Checker Barb

Scientific Name: Oliotius oligolepis

Group information: Small to Medium Barb

Experience Level: Intermediate

Housing: Tank Size - 10 Gallons

Behavior: Semi-Aggressive

Compatibility: Schooling Fish

Swim Level: Middle