Freshwater Inventory Archive
Shown below is a complete list of the freshwater fish & invertebrate species that can sometimes be found at The Fish Room. Not all species shown are kept in stock at all times, but many can be sourced upon customer request! Photos are representative images, not exact specimens. Contact Us for availability and pricing!
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Barb - African Banded
Barbus fasciolatus
Tank size: 20+ Gallons
Max Size: 3 inches
Lifespan: 5 years
Temperament: Peaceful
Schooling: Yes (6 or more)
Common Tank Mates: Dwarf Cichlids, Tetras, Catfish
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Barb - Albino Cherry
Puntius titteya
Tank size: 10+ Gallons
Max Size: 2 inches
Lifespan: 4 years
Temperament: Peaceful
Schooling: Yes (6 or more)
Common Tank Mates: Harlequin Rasboras, Tetras, Corydoras
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Barb - Albino Tiger
Puntius tetrazona
Tank size: 30+ Gallons
Max Size: 3 inches
Lifespan: 5 to 7 years
Temperament: Aggressive
Schooling: Yes (6 or more)
Common Tank Mates: Rosy Barbs, Corydoras, Clown Loaches, Pictus Catfish
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Barb - Black Ruby
Pethia nigrofasciata
Tank size: 30+ Gallons
Max Size: 2 inches
Lifespan: 5 years
Temperament: Peaceful
Schooling: Yes (8 or more)
Common Tank Mates: Harlequin Rasboras, Guppies, Dwarf Gourami, Corydoras Catfish, Bristlenose Plecos
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Barb - Checkerboard
Puntius oligolepis
Tank size: 20+ Gallons
Max Size: 2 inches
Lifespan: 8 years
Temperament: Peaceful
Schooling: Yes (6 or more)
Common Tank Mates: Guppies, Mollies, Swordtails, Tetras
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Barb - Cherry
Puntius titteya
Tank size: 30+ Gallons
Max Size: 2 inches
Lifespan: 4 to 10 years
Temperament: Peaceful
Schooling: Yes (5 or more)
Common Tank Mates: Loaches, Gouramis, Platies, Mollies, Tetras
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Barb - Dwarf Golden
Pethia gelius
Tank size: 20+ Gallons
Max Size: 2 inches
Lifespan: 6 years
Temperament: Peaceful
Schooling: Yes (8 or more)
Common Tank Mates: Harlequin Rasboras, Danios, Dwarf Loaches
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