Brocade Barbel
✅ Level: Easy — an active, golden barb with elegant color accents.
The Brocade Barb (Barbodes Schuberti) is a colorful, active schooling fish with a golden body color and dark spots. Peaceful and lively, a beautiful addition to a community aquarium.
🐠 Animal Specifications
| Max. length | ±10 cm |
| Temperature | 18–26°C |
| pH | 6.0–8.0 |
| Min. aquarium length | 100 cm |
| Diet | Omnivore |
| Min. school size | 6 pieces |
| Breeding behavior | Egg-scatterer |
| Origin | Asia |
| Family | Cyprinidae |
| Difficulty | ⭐ Easy |
🏪 Collection & Warranty
- Only available for collection at our store in Heinkenszand — this animal is not shipped
- Feel free to examine the fish carefully in the store when picking it up
- When collecting, feel free to ask for advice on care or the composition of your aquarium
✂️ Care
Keep in a school of at least 6 in a spacious aquarium of at least 100 cm. Feed fine flake food or micro-pellets, supplemented with small live or frozen food such as brine shrimp.
🐠 Combination Tip
Peaceful and ideal for community aquariums, together with other active, calm schooling fish.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How many specimens should I buy at minimum?
At least 6 pieces — as a schooling fish, it feels most comfortable in a group.
What is the minimum aquarium size?
At least 100 cm — this active swimmer needs sufficient space.
Is this fish suitable for a community aquarium?
Yes, the Brocade Barb is peaceful and combines well with other active schooling fish.
Do you have another question? Feel free to visit our store — we are happy to help you make the right choice for your aquarium.
Why Aquarium Plant Shop?
- Many types of aquarium fish in stock.
- Pick up in store is possible 6 days a week.
- Livestock will not be shipped.
