Cherry Barb Info plz!

HI I'm thinking of getting cherry barbs to put in my 9 gall tank when I get it. Does anyone have any information on them for me please?

Thanks

Gwenz

 

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yep got info... their great They like to be in groups, they like plants and can be a little shy.
Carol

 

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Ok thanks. ;D Could I put 6 in the 9gall tank?

I'm not very good with plants etc. what kind of light would I need for the plants?

The tank I'm getting is this one -
Is the Halogen light ok?

What types of plants would they like?

Thanks - Sorry for all the questions.

Gwenz

 

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You know questions are ok If you would rather some tall grass like silk plants would be good.
I think six would be a good number for your nine gallon.
Carol

 

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lol, thanks. Silk plants? Haven't seen many of them. I don't think my lfs sells them. :-\ I could I ask I suppose.

Gwenz

 

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They are artificial plants sold for aquariums but their silky instead of plastic. Petsmart has a huge selection.
Carol

 

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hmm, pitty we don't have petsmart here in UK.

I found this tho,



but I doubt mum will buy them off the internet for me. :-\ I'll have to check my lfs'.

Gwenz

 

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See now you know what your looking for DUH!! I knew you didn't have petsmart Iwas having a senior moment
carol

 

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I have Cherry Barbs and although I adore them we call them 'The Asbo's' as not always friendly with others. My Checkered Barbs keep them in line!! Very pretty, funny fish. I love them to bits but they often try to fin nip. I highly recommend them, the adult females look as though they have lipstick on!! ;D

 

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lol thanks. They will be in a tank by themselves, just 6 cherry barbs, so that would be ok.

I just might be able to persuade mum to get them for me. Hopefully anyway.

Gwenz

 

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Sounds great........

Nice pic of David Tennent btw! :

 

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lol. thanks! ;D

Gwenz