Tiger Barb Fish (Puntigrus Tetrazona)
- Live Arrival Guarantee
- All our live fish, shrimp, snails are care with love and passion, when through minimum of 14 days quarantined and shipped from Splashy Fish facility in Springfield, Virginia, USA
This is only apply to live fish order.
What is Our Live Arrival Guarantee?
Benefit from our extensive experience in shipping live fish. In 2021, our records indicated a mere 0.5% dead-on-arrival (DOA) rate for all live fish orders, compared to the industry standard of 1.5%. These numbers translate to only 5 out of 1000 orders experiencing DOA fish.
At Splashy Fish, customer satisfaction is our priority. That's why we provide a 100% Live Arrival Guarantee on all animals shipped via USPS, UPS, or FedEx. Please note - Splashy Fish reserves the right to void Live Arrival Guarantee protection under the following circumstances:
- The customer has chosen USPS First Class Mail as a shipping method.
- The shipping address is a PO Box address
- The order was refused delivery by the customer.
- If the order is returned to the sender for any reason. For instance, an incorrect shipping address, an undeliverable address, etc.
- The order was held for pick up at USPS, UPS, and FedEx offices for longer than 24 hours after the last update on the tracking number.
- The Live Arrival Guarantee claim does not include all the requirements mentioned below
- The Live Arrival Guarantee claim is made after the claim period mentioned below.
- The animals are not in their original packaging
Live Arrival Guarantee Claim Period:
For Live Fish and other invertebrates, one and a half hours (1.5 hours) after the posted delivery time.
For Snails: 48 hours after the posted delivery time.
Steps to claim Splashy Fish's Live Arrival Guarantee:
- Take a picture of the shipping box and the shipping label.
- For live fish and other invertebrates: Please provide two pictures of each bag (containing the dead fish) upon arrival. Ensure the images display the bag in its original, unopened condition with the original rubber band intact
- For Snails: Position the snail in one corner of the tank. If the snail does not move within 48 hours, please take several pictures of the snail's opening
- Send an email to DOA@splashyfishstore.com with the subject line: DOA and Your Order Number, or message us on social media.
- In the body of the email, include your tracking number.
- The claim must be sent within the claim period mentioned above.
After submitting the required information, please allow us 1-3 business days to determine the cause of the issue. If the claim is valid and approved by our team, you will
- Receive a store credit for future purchases, excluding the shipping cost, of the dead-on-arrival fish
If the Live Arrival Guarantee claim does not meet all listed requirements, Splashy Fish reserves the right to reject it.
Shipping live animals and plants is a complex process, and temperature plays a crucial role in ensuring the safe and secure delivery of your order.
If the highest daytime temperature in your location and the lowest nighttime temperature here in Springfield, Virginia—where our facility is situated—fall below 40°F or exceed 90°F, we will proactively delay your order. This measure is taken to prioritize the well-being of the animals and plants.
For the safety of our living cargo and to protect your investment, we retain the right to suspend shipping as necessary due to extreme weather conditions. Our Splashy Fish team will assess the situation and determine if it is unsuitable to ship, considering the safety of the animals.
To stay informed or address any questions or concerns, feel free to reach out to our dedicated Splashy Fish Support team via email at support@splashyfishstore.com.
Once our team prints and packs your order, we'll notify you via email. This notification will include your tracking number and the expected arrival day. If you opt for UPS 2 Day shipping, your package should arrive within 2 days after shipment. Similarly, if you choose UPS 1 Day, your order will reach you the day after it is shipped. In the case of orders containing only plants or dry goods, they may be shipped via USPS, provided that this is the selected shipping option during checkout.
We ship all of the customer orders from our warehouse located in Springfield, VA. We pack and ship our orders depending on the orders with the exception of someday we cannot ship out live fish.
All Orders: will be shipped out from Monday to Thursday each week for overnight shipping by UPS.
Sunday: (Splashy Day) Today is the day we let our hard-working team members and our fish to destress and ready for the following week's shipment.
For more information regarding about shipping please visit us our Shipping Policy and Schedule
The Tiger Barb, one of the most recognizable freshwater fish in the world, is prized for its bold stripes, high energy, and lively schooling behavior. With their striking black vertical bands, bright orange fins, and constant activity, Tiger Barbs add movement and excitement to any aquarium.
Native to the streams and floodplains of Southeast Asia, the Tiger Barb (Puntigrus tetrazona) is a classic schooling species known for its playful, social nature. Their iconic “tiger-stripe” pattern and vibrant colors make them one of the most popular Barb fish in the aquarium hobby.
A full-grown Tiger Barb reaches about 2.5–3 inches (6–7.5 cm). Their bodies are golden-yellow with four bold black stripes resembling a tiger’s pattern. Males typically display deeper red coloration on their fins and noses, especially during breeding or in well-established tanks. Their compact size and bright colors make them ideal for aquariums of all styles, from heavily planted aquascapes to simple community setups.
Tiger Barbs are active, semi-aggressive schooling fish. When kept in proper groups of 6–10 or more, their fin-nipping tendencies dramatically decrease because they focus their energy within the school.
The ideal Tiger Barb tank includes plenty of swimming space, moderate water flow, and hardy plants or decorations for cover. Good tiger barb tank mates include: Other barbs (Cherry barbs, Rosy barbs), Giant danios, Rainbowfish, YoYo loaches, Corydoras, and Larger tetras. Avoid slow, long-finned fish such as Bettas, Angelfish, or Guppies.
At Splashy Fish tropical fish store, our Tiger Barbs for sale and other Barb fish for sale are tank-bred, grown, and sold with love and care. Visit our fish store online or aquarium in Virginia for more high-quality freshwater fish for sale, such as betta fish for sale, aquatic plants for sale, freshwater shrimp for sale, and other aquarium supplies.
WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM THIS FISH:
- Iconic striped appearance with bright orange fins
- Extremely active schooling fish
- Hardy and beginner-friendly
- Grows to 3 inches, which is perfect for mid-sized tanks
- Best kept in large groups to reduce aggression
- Adds constant movement and visual excitement
RECOMMENDED TANK PARAMETERS:
- Tiger Barb Tank Size: Minimum 30 gallons for a proper school
- Temperature: 74°–80°F (23°–27°C)
- pH: 6.5–7.5
- Hardness: 5–15 dGH
- Filtration: Moderate to strong flow with excellent oxygenation
Tiger Barbs Care Guidelines
- Diet: Omnivorous. Feed high-quality flakes, sinking pellets, and frozen foods like brine shrimp, bloodworms, and daphnia. A varied diet enhances color and energy levels.
- Tank Setup: Provide open swimming space, hardy plants, rocks, and driftwood. Bright lighting brings out their bold coloration.
- Behavior: Active, playful, and semi-aggressive if kept in small numbers. Best schooling behavior appears in groups of 8–12.
Tiger Barb Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
How do Tiger Barb lay eggs?
Tiger Barbs are egg-scattering fish, meaning they lay eggs freely throughout the aquarium rather than using a nest. During breeding, the male Tiger Barb chases the female, prompting her to release tiny transparent eggs over plants, rocks, or gravel. The male then fertilizes the eggs externally. Since Tiger Barb fish often eat their own eggs, a separate breeding tank with a mesh or marbles is recommended to protect the eggs until they hatch in about 36–48 hours.
Can Tiger Barb live with Goldfish?
It’s generally not recommended to keep Tiger Barbs with Goldfish. Tiger Barbs are active, warm-water tropical fish that prefer 74°–80°F, while Goldfish thrive in cooler water. Additionally, Tiger Barbs are known for fin-nipping, especially toward slow, long-finned species like fancy Goldfish. Keeping the two together can cause stress, injury, and health issues, so they are best housed in separate tanks.
Are Tiger Barb schooling fish?
Yes, Tiger Barbs are true schooling fish and should always be kept in groups of 6–10 or more. Schooling reduces aggression, encourages natural behavior, and helps prevent fin-nipping. When kept in proper numbers, Tiger Barbs display coordinated swimming, brighter coloration, and a calmer temperament, making them a lively and enjoyable addition to community aquariums.
