Checkerboard Barb

Latin Name: Oliotius oligolepsis
Difficulty: Beginner
Temperament: Peaceful - Schooling
pH: 5.0-7.0
Max Size: 2"
Minimum Tank Size: 10 gallon
Plant Safe: Yes
Foods: Chromo Flakes, Micro-pellets, Daphnia

Checkerboard Barbs are known for their distinct checkerboard pattern, with males getting bright red fins. These barbs only get 2 inches when fully grown, and do best in peaceful communities. Checkerboard Barbs are a shoaling fish, and do best kept in groups of 6 or more.

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