✅Checker Barb Facts
✅ Barbs are a wonderful addition to any aquarium, not only because of their striking coloration but also for their lively behavior.
In the wild, the Checker Barb is an omnivorous fish. They are forager fish, and in their natural habitat, their diet consists of zooplankton, small worms, insects, crustaceans, and plants.
In captivity, they are generally not very picky. They will accept dried foods, live foods, and sinking pellets. Checker Barb fish are not afraid to roam all heights of their aquarium, but they will usually be found at the bottom of their tank, picking algae and other waste to eat off the substrate. They also enjoy heavily planted aquariums and will eat the decaying plant matter. A varied diet is not only good for them but it is also recommended to bring out their best coloring.
For feeding time, it would be best to feed Checker Barb fish 2 times a day. They need to be fed an amount they can consume in a few minutes. It is recommended that worms be fed to them sparingly as they have been known to cause bloating in the Checker Barb.
Consider aggressive if not in a group.
- Water pH 6.5 pH
- Temperature Range 75 – 82°F
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However, the shrimp and fish you receive may be discolored and the reason of this issue is strong vibration during transportation and they're not be fed during the transport period
To handle this problem we highly recommend to you:
🚩Let the fish relax helps them adapt to any changes in water temperature in the tank. Also prevents pH shock - an imbalance between the water in the shop tank and your tank.
🚩Place the fish bag in a cool, corner, and dark place. Prevent the bag from being bumped, slipped, or dropped. This'll give your new fish a good recovery and acclimatization after a shaky ride from the shop to your home.
🚩Feed your old fish first to distract them, preventing them from bullying your new fish.
🚩Your new aquarium tank should have a pH of zero ammonia and chlorine before adding new fish.
🚩Turn off the lights, reduce the glare in the room, or limit the light entering the aquarium. This will help the new fish not be stressed.