Clown Barb

Barbodes everetti

Also known as: Everett's Barb

An orange barb with large dark blotches that grows into a showy, active centerpiece school.

Water

Freshwater

Temperature

74–82°F

pH

5.5–7.5

Hardness

2–12 dGH

Max size

4 in

Min tank

55 gal

Temperament

Peaceful

Social

Schooling (6+)

Swim level

Middle

Diet

Omnivore

Care level

Intermediate

Lifespan

5-8 years

Breeding

Egg-scatterer

Suitability

Common

Origin

Borneo and the Natuna Islands, Malaysia and Indonesia

Keep a school of 6 or more in a large tank with open swimming room. Prefers soft, slightly acidic water and will nibble soft plants, so choose tough species like Anubias and Java Fern. Peaceful with similar-sized fish.