If your in the detroit area, I can house them for you. My tank is fishy cycling, but I only have 10 barbs in 110g, and my ammonia is barley readable. Tank should be good for 3 more..
3 tiger barbs in one gallon tank?
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Heck, where in Westland are you, Drekkyk? It's a small place and we used to live there. Moved to VA in Dec of '99.Drekkyk said:
Roan
LOL! I live far from Michigan. But, my aunt is going to keep them for me until I get my tank and get it cycled and ready for them. Thanks alot anyways, though!!! Hey, can anyone tell me how to tell if they are male or female?Drekkyk said:
I think a 10 gallon tank should be enough for 3. Sure, for 3 they'll chase each other a lot but as long as the tank house only those 3, I don't think it's really a big deal. You need to do water change weekly once they get a large. 15 or 20 should be enough to house 5 or more.
I've read that you need more than 6 to really get the aggression out of them, but I have 5 in my 30gal with 2 other gouramies and a red-fin shark, and they're doing fine. They occasionaly fight and mainly among themselves. I think it keeps them active and fun to watch.
I think the females are more colorful. Their fins are a little bit redder than the males. But it's been known that tiger barbs rarely breed in tanks, so you shouldn't be so concerned.
I've read that you need more than 6 to really get the aggression out of them, but I have 5 in my 30gal with 2 other gouramies and a red-fin shark, and they're doing fine. They occasionaly fight and mainly among themselves. I think it keeps them active and fun to watch.
I think the females are more colorful. Their fins are a little bit redder than the males. But it's been known that tiger barbs rarely breed in tanks, so you shouldn't be so concerned.
Roan,
I'm at Joy and middlebelt, right on the livonia boarder. I'm originally from Mt. Clemens, but spent time in WA, MS, and AZ while in the military. (Korea too). Got a great job in dearborn and hate commutes, so Westland / Livoinia was it for me
Drekkyk
I'm at Joy and middlebelt, right on the livonia boarder. I'm originally from Mt. Clemens, but spent time in WA, MS, and AZ while in the military. (Korea too). Got a great job in dearborn and hate commutes, so Westland / Livoinia was it for me
Drekkyk
absmin said:
Well, The 10 barbs in my tank are very active. I originally thought 40-50 + a few gouramis to keep them schooled would work out. Now my thinking is different. After seeing how hyper these buggers are, I'm thinking about 30 tops, and I have no idea what I will use to help facilitate schooling. I love their activity and their "non shyness". WOW, just saw them doing that twirl thing for dominance...first time since I had them and while writing this post. That was neat!
Drekkyk
Oh one more thing...
I think the females are smaller and less colorful. Sorry for so many posts...LOL
I think the females are smaller and less colorful. Sorry for so many posts...LOL
Hey, we just measured the bar between my living room and kitchen and he's buying me a 50 or 55 gallon!!! So I'm not so worried now! I'm excited! I've heard that the larger the tank the easier to maintain, so I guess we'll find out!!
That's Great!! I'd say go with a good school of Barbs Also, ensure you buy the filter and other things online. I couldn't believe the price difference! I did buy some stuff at the higher rate at the LFS, but I felt bad after talking with them, then buying a whole set up elswhere. Anyway, an Aquaclear filter 110, (Which would work good for you IMHO) was 80 bucks at the LFS, but could be purchased for 40 or less online. GOOD LUCK!
Also, ensure you buy the filter and other things online. I couldn't believe the price difference! I did buy some stuff at the higher rate at the LFS, but I felt bad after talking with them, then buying a whole set up elswhere. Anyway, an Aquaclear filter 110, (Which would work good for you IMHO) was 80 bucks at the LFS, but could be purchased for 40 or less online. GOOD LUCK!