Redline Shark

[Drew95]

Are these fish OK to keep by themselves or do they prefer to be in schools? I think these are also called Denison Barbs or Torpedo Barbs. Thanks in advance.

 

[severum mama]

They prefer to be in schools, and I think they grow to around 5-6 inches.

 

[Drew95]

Ok thank you. I'm just planning ahead for my new tank and don't want the little guys to be lonely.

 

[Lonewolfblue]

Yes, they prefer to be in schools and school well. They get to about 6 inches or a little bigger.

Check out my 75G Planted Tank diary for more pics. They are on page 14.

 

[Big C]

Wow, lonewolf! Your tank looks great! i love denison barbs! They are beautiful and have great personality. All my aquarium projects are on hold till the garden is done (In the fall!) but I'm seriously considering 3-4 DB!

 

[Lonewolfblue]

Cool, I'm really liking mine. A great addition.

 

[Drew95]

Wow, great picture! Thanks.

 

[lovemybarbs]

Is this the same thing. I'm looking into this barb:

http://www.aquazoo.co.uk/page.cfm/Type=Fish/ID=229

 

[Drew95]

That's a different one. The ticto stays smaller at around 2 inches. Still a good looking fish.

 

[tropicfishman]

yep a school would be your best bet, reduced stress on your fish, plus watching them chase around is fun lol

 

[crazycat]

niiiiice lonewolf. denisonii are near and dear to my heart--i have about 9 in my tank right now. aren't they just the best????!!!!!

 

[Lonewolfblue]

Here's a treat....

Here's the icing on the cake......

 

[Lonewolfblue]

Oh, and my Roselines love duckweed, lol. Cleaned it all up lickity-split, lol

 

[severum mama]

Oops, double post. Stupid DSL modem has been giving me trouble all day.

 

[severum mama]

Lonewolf, your tank looks amazing. Great job! Those Denison barbs are stunning. If I had the tank space, I would definitely check into getting some.

 

[Lonewolfblue]

Yes, they do require space. They say a minimum of a 3 foot long tank, but I highly recommend a minimum of a 4 foot tank like a 55G or 75G, or larger. They would be kind of cramped, IMO, in a 3 foot tank.