{"product_id":"live-fish-panda-cory-single-copy","title":"Live Fish Red Tiger Barb Balloon | Single","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Balloon Red Tiger Barb features a genetic trait that compresses its spine, resulting in a \u003cstrong class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003eshort, plump, balloon-like body shape\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. It boasts a fiery, \u003cstrong class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003ebright red or deep orange background color\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e paired with four distinct, vertical black bars running down its torso\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. The fins and snout are typically tipped with a vibrant red hue\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Because of its altered anatomy, its swimming pattern is distinct—displaying a slightly awkward but highly energetic and playful waddle across the tank\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"otQkpb\" role=\"heading\"\u003eCore Characteristics\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"KsbFXc U6u95\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"Z1qcYe\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003eSize\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e: Typically grows up to \u003cstrong class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003e2 inches (5 cm)\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e in length, making them slightly shorter than standard tiger barbs due to their compressed shape\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"Z1qcYe\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003eLifespan\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e: Can live for \u003cstrong class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003e5 to 7 years\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e when provided with proper care and stable water parameters\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"Z1qcYe\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003eTemperament\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e: Semi-aggressive and highly energetic\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. They establish a strict pecking order and are notorious for fin-nipping\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"Z1qcYe\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003eDiet\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e: Strictly omnivorous\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. They enthusiastically consume high-quality flakes, micro-pellets, and occasional treats of live or frozen brine shrimp and bloodworms.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"otQkpb\" role=\"heading\"\u003eTank Setup \u0026amp; Compatibility\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"KsbFXc U6u95\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"Z1qcYe\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003eSchooling Requirement\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e: You \u003cstrong class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003emust keep them in a group of at least 6 to 8 individuals\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Keeping a single fish or a tiny group causes extreme stress and amplifies their aggressive fin-nipping behavior toward other tank mates\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"Z1qcYe\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003eTank Size\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e: Minimum of \u003cstrong class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003e20 gallons\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e to accommodate their fast, schooling nature and need for open swimming space\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"Z1qcYe\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003eWater Parameters\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e: Temperature of \u003cstrong class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003e74–79°F (23–26°C)\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e, pH level of \u003cstrong class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003e6.0–7.5\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e, and water hardness of \u003cstrong class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003e5–19 dGH\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"Z1qcYe\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003eIdeal Tank Mates\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e: Fast-moving, short-finned species like danios, rasboras, clown loaches, or larger tetras\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"Z1qcYe\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003eFish to Avoid\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e: Slower-moving fish with long, flowing fins—such as Angelfish, Guppies, and Bettas—as their fins will likely be heavily targeted\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"cloningaquapets","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46897226449094,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0633\/6764\/3334\/files\/redtigerbarb.png?v=1786265841","url":"https:\/\/www.cloningaquapets.com\/kn\/products\/live-fish-panda-cory-single-copy","provider":"cloningaquapets","version":"1.0","type":"link"}