{"product_id":"golden-barb-tri-colour","title":"Golden Barb - Tri-colour","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"518\" data-start=\"139\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-end=\"169\" data-start=\"143\"\u003eTri-Colour Golden Barb\u003c\/strong\u003e thrives in a well-planted aquarium with open swimming areas and smooth gravel or sandy substrate. Include driftwood, rocks, and ornaments to provide hiding spots and territorial markers. Floating plants offer shade and help reduce stress. These active, hardy barbs do best in stable water conditions with moderate lighting and regular filtration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"626\" data-start=\"520\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShop live \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/collections\/live-fish\/barbs\" title=\"Coburg Aquarium | Shop barb aquarium fish online\"\u003ebarbs\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eonline delivered with confidence with our\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca title=\"Coburg Aquarium | Shipping \u0026amp; Returns\" href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/pages\/shipping-returns\"\u003elivestock guarantee.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"667\" data-start=\"628\" data-section-id=\"qkt7kw\"\u003eFeatures of Tri-Colour Golden Barb:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"884\" data-start=\"668\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"733\" data-start=\"668\" data-section-id=\"1sp8u1f\"\u003eStriking tri-color pattern with gold, red, and black markings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"762\" data-start=\"734\" data-section-id=\"p4py2t\"\u003eActive mid-level swimmer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"791\" data-start=\"763\" data-section-id=\"1qqbcdg\"\u003eHardy and social species\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"832\" data-start=\"792\" data-section-id=\"x8xvto\"\u003ePeaceful but enjoys being in a group\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"855\" data-start=\"833\" data-section-id=\"1d88axi\"\u003eGrows up to 5–6 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"884\" data-start=\"856\" data-section-id=\"1g4agp0\"\u003eLevel of care: Easy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"941\" data-start=\"886\" data-section-id=\"x10ak4\"\u003eThe Best Aquarium Size for Tri-Colour Golden Barb\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1128\" data-start=\"942\"\u003eTri-Colour Golden Barbs enjoy swimming in schools of 6 or more. Recommended aquarium size is 100 litres or more to provide ample swimming space and reduce aggression within the school.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1335\" data-start=\"1254\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAfter an Aquarium for your fish? Browse our \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/collections\/aquariums\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eAquarium Tank Selection here.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"1366\" data-start=\"1337\" data-section-id=\"1q5x0qt\"\u003eTank Mate Compatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1603\" data-start=\"1367\"\u003eThese barbs are peaceful and social, making them ideal for community tanks with other non-aggressive fish. Avoid housing with very small or slow-moving fish, as Tri-Colour Golden Barbs are active swimmers and may stress timid species.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1650\" data-start=\"1605\"\u003eHere are some great tank mates to consider:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"1720\" data-start=\"1651\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/search?q=Danios\"\u003eDanios\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/products\/cherry-barb\" title=\"Coburg Aquarium | Shop Cherry Barb\"\u003eCherry Barb\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/products\/assorted-platy?_pos=1%20_sid=f9dddad4d%20_ss=r\"\u003ePlatys\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/products\/molly-assorted-3?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=738288c58\u0026amp;_ss=r\" title=\"Coburg Aquarium | Shop assorted mollies\"\u003eMollies\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/products\/corydoras-assorted-2?_pos=6\u0026amp;_sid=77463fbda\u0026amp;_ss=r\" title=\"Coburg Aquarium | Shop Corydoras\"\u003eCorydoras\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"1732\" data-start=\"1722\" data-section-id=\"gn7lay\"\u003eDiet\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2053\" data-start=\"1733\"\u003eTri-Colour Golden Barbs are omnivorous and will readily eat a variety of foods. Provide high-quality flakes or pellets as a base diet, supplemented with frozen or live foods such as brine shrimp, bloodworms, and daphnia. Occasional vegetable matter like blanched spinach or spirulina helps maintain vibrant coloration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2141\" data-start=\"2055\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCheck out our extensive range of\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/collections\/fish-food\" title=\"Coburg Aquarium | Shop Fish Food\"\u003eaquarium fish foods.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"2182\" data-start=\"2143\" data-section-id=\"18o33j7\"\u003eTri-Colour Golden Barb Tank Setup\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2444\" data-start=\"2184\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2234\" data-start=\"2184\"\u003eAquarium Filtration for Tri-Colour Golden Barb\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"2237\" data-start=\"2234\"\u003eA moderate filtration system is ideal. They prefer well-oxygenated water but not strong currents. Sponge filters or adjustable canister filters work well to maintain clean water without stressing the fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2507\" data-start=\"2446\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBrowse aquarium filters\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca title=\"Coburg Aquarium | Shop Aquarium Filters\" href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/collections\/filtration\"\u003ehere.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2717\" data-start=\"2509\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2555\" data-start=\"2509\"\u003eAquarium Heater for Tri-Colour Golden Barb\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"2558\" data-start=\"2555\"\u003eMaintain water temperatures between 22–27°C. Use a reliable aquarium heater and thermometer to ensure stable water conditions, especially in cooler climates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3000\" data-start=\"2774\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2820\" data-start=\"2774\"\u003eAquarium Plants for Tri-Colour Golden Barb\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"2823\" data-start=\"2820\"\u003eThese barbs thrive with a mix of rooted and floating plants. Hardy species like Anubias or Java Fern are perfect, while floating plants provide shaded areas and reduce stress.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eGreat aquarium plants to consider include:\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"java fern\" href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/products\/microsorium-in-terracotta-pot?_pos=2%20_sid=15df2e930%20_ss=r\"\u003eJava fern\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/search?q=Wisteria\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eWisteria\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/products\/dwarf-harigrass-in-mesh-pot?_pos=1%20_sid=5d3c2b6a0%20_ss=r\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eHairgras\u003c\/a\u003es\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eInterested in live plants for your aquariums? Browse\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e live plants\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca title=\"Coburg Aquarium | Shop Live Aquarium Plants\" href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/collections\/live-plants\"\u003ehere.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3351\" data-start=\"3146\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3197\" data-start=\"3146\"\u003eAquarium Decorations for Tri-Colour Golden Barb\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"3200\" data-start=\"3197\"\u003eProvide driftwood, rocks, and caves to allow hiding spots and exploration. Ensure plenty of open swimming areas to let these active fish move freely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3632\" data-start=\"3428\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3476\" data-start=\"3428\"\u003eAquarium Lighting for Tri-Colour Golden Barb\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"3479\" data-start=\"3476\"\u003eModerate LED lighting works best. While plants need light, Tri-Colour Golden Barbs prefer areas with gentle shading to mimic their natural environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3678\" data-start=\"3634\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLooking for the ideal aquarium lighting? Shop fish tank lighting \u003ca title=\"Coburg Aquarium | Shop aquarium lighting\" href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/collections\/fish-lighting\"\u003ehere.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3866\" data-start=\"3680\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3720\" data-start=\"3680\"\u003eSubstrate for Tri-Colour Golden Barb\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"3723\" data-start=\"3720\"\u003eUse fine gravel or smooth sand to replicate their natural habitat. They enjoy foraging lightly along the substrate while swimming in schools.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3943\" data-start=\"3868\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/collections\/fish-decorations\/substrate-rocks\"\u003eA variety of Substrates\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eare available at Coburg Aquarium. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Coburg Aquarium","offers":[{"title":"3-4cm","offer_id":49055502270772,"sku":"B102","price":6.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0147\/1561\/7366\/files\/CoburgAquarium1400x1000TricolourGoldenBarb.jpg?v=1774961304","url":"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/products\/golden-barb-tri-colour","provider":"Coburg Aquarium","version":"1.0","type":"link"}