current516
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So far 60g with 2 ottos and 2 "zebra" loaches (botia striata I think).
I plan on getting a school of 8 or 9 Tiger Barbs (2 or 3 of them green). It seems like there is no consensus on tank-mates for them. It's rather frustrating, so I thought I'd ask people who are doing it. Please share your experiences.
Keeping in mind that I'll have a school of 8 or 9 to reduce aggression toward my other fish:
-First, do you think they'll leave my ottos and loaches alone?
-Some say Gouramis are good, some don't. How about 3 pearl, gold, or Blue Gouramis?
- What about German, Gold, or Blue Rams? My wife and I love the looks of these guys, but I am afraid the Barbs will tear them up.
-Bloodfin Tetras… are they too slow? Originally I wanted Cardinal Tetras, but most people seem to agree that would be bad.
As you can see I'm looking for colorful tank-mates. Any suggestions would be appreciated.
-One more thing. Does it matter wether I add the Tiger Barbs before or after their tank-mates? Which way seems safer for the other fish?
Sorry about all the questions at once. Thanks
I plan on getting a school of 8 or 9 Tiger Barbs (2 or 3 of them green). It seems like there is no consensus on tank-mates for them. It's rather frustrating, so I thought I'd ask people who are doing it. Please share your experiences.
Keeping in mind that I'll have a school of 8 or 9 to reduce aggression toward my other fish:
-First, do you think they'll leave my ottos and loaches alone?
-Some say Gouramis are good, some don't. How about 3 pearl, gold, or Blue Gouramis?
- What about German, Gold, or Blue Rams? My wife and I love the looks of these guys, but I am afraid the Barbs will tear them up.
-Bloodfin Tetras… are they too slow? Originally I wanted Cardinal Tetras, but most people seem to agree that would be bad.
As you can see I'm looking for colorful tank-mates. Any suggestions would be appreciated.
-One more thing. Does it matter wether I add the Tiger Barbs before or after their tank-mates? Which way seems safer for the other fish?
Sorry about all the questions at once. Thanks