Puntius titteya
Cherry Barb
Unlike other barbs, the Cherry Barb is very peaceful and doesn't nip fins. Males turn a deep cherry red during spawning. They are hardy and do well in community aquariums.
Ensure perfect water for Cherry Barb ➔
Perfect for Aquaware Monitoring
Note: Requires Stability
Avoid stress caused by fluctuating parameters. To boost the immune system, smart monitoring (e.g., with Aquaware) is the best path to long-term health.
Temperature
23 - 27 °C
73 - 81 °F
pH Value
6.0 - 7.0 pH
Acidity Level
Mineral Content (TDS)
50 - 200 ppm
✅ Ideal for Aquaware Sensor
Did you know?
Males become much more vibrantly red when they are trying to impress a female.
Aquaware Pro Tip
Provide dark substrate and plenty of plants to make their red colors truly pop.
Natural Habitat
Shaded, slow-moving streams in Sri Lanka with heavy leaf litter.
Diet & Nutrition
Omnivore. Flakes, pellets, and small frozen foods.
Behavior
Peaceful and slightly shy. Best kept in groups with plenty of plants.
Max Size
4-5 cm (1.5-2 inches)
Average adult size
Lifespan
4-6 years
Years with proper care
Swim Zone
Preferred tank region
Top
Mid 🐟
Bottom 🦞
Min. Tank
60 Liters
Recommended minimum size
Social
6 Fish
Schooling fish (Minimum!)
Add. Space
8 L
Required per additional fish
(2 Gallons)
(2 Gallons)
💧 +8 Liters needed