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Tiger Barb: feeding guide

A striped gang of hustlers — keep six or they'll bully everyone.

⚖️ Healthy weight: 5–7 cm ⏳ Lifespan: 5–8 years 📍 Origin: Southeast Asia (Sumatra, Borneo)
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Tiger Barb

Feeding a Tiger Barb: the honest notes

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Feed small amounts 1–2 times daily; tiger barbs are ravenous and will bully slower fish away from food.

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Spread food across the surface so the school chases scraps instead of tank mates' fins.

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A high-protein variety (flakes, frozen bloodworms) keeps their tiger stripes deep orange.

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