Starfire Red GloFish Barb(Color morph of the Tiger Barb, Puntigrus tetrazona)A bright, fluorescent red barb created through selective breeding. Same care and behavior as standard Tiger Barbs—just way flashier.• Common Name: Starfire Red GloFish Barb• Scientific Name: Puntigrus tetrazona (GloFish® color morph)• Adult Ask for Size: ~2–2.5 inches• Temperament: Semi-aggressive, very active• Schooling: Yes — keep 6–10+ to reduce fin nipping• Tank Ask for Size: 30+ gallons• Water Temp: 74–80°F• pH: 6.0–7.5• Hardness: Soft to moderately hard• Diet: Omnivore — flakes, pellets, frozen/live foods• Lifespan: 5–7 yearsImportant Notes:• Fin nippers if kept in small groups or with slow, long-finned fish.• Best tankmates: other barbs, danios, rainbowfish, fast tetras.• Color is genetically stable and does not fade under normal lighting (blacklight enhances glow but isn’t required).
