Spanner Barbs can grow quite large, so it’s essential to have a spacious aquarium that is at least 4 feet long. They are an active species that thrive best in groups of six or more, and it’s important to only house them with other medium to large-sized fish, as smaller tankmates might end up as a snack. Spanner Barbs enjoy a significant amount of vegetable matter in their diet, which means that planted aquariums may suffer due to their feeding habits. This species is also sensitive to poor water quality, making regular partial water changes crucial. In their natural habitat, Spanner Barbs are commonly found beneath waterfalls, where the water is highly oxygenated. Therefore, it is vital to ensure that your aquarium is well-oxygenated for the health of your barbs. They may also be available for purchase under the name T-Barb. Pictures are of the fish in stock, if require any more please get in touch all sizes are approx
