Albino Tiger Barb
Description
of the Albino Tiger Barb
The Albino Tiger Barb is
the same species as the more well known Tiger barb, the only
difference is its coloring. The albino tiger barb has white
stripes on an orange body whereas the Tiger bard has black
stripes. They can be an aggressive fish and 'nip' the fins of
other species so don't make an ideal community fish.
Profile of
the Albino Tiger Barb
This
Profile contains interesting facts and information about the
Albino Tiger Barb species.
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Size: Up to 6cm
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Fish Tank
conditions:
25 to 27 Degrees. PH 6 to 8
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Diet / Feeding:
Brine Shrimp, Dried, Frozen or Flaked Food
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Temperament:
Can be aggressive to other species
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Habitat: Shallow
waters of fast flowing streams
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Behaviour: Keep
in schools of at least six to minimise aggressive behaviour
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Range:
Indonesia, Borneo and Sumatra
Scientific
Classification of the Albino Tiger Barb
Definition: Scientific
classification, or biological classification, is how biologists
group and categorize species of organisms with shared physical
characteristics. Scientific classification belongs to the
science of taxonomy.
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Species: Puntius
tetrazona
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Popular Name:
Albino Tiger Barb
- Orange Barb
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Size: Up to 6cm
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Fish Tank
conditions:
25-27 Degrees. PH 6-8
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Diet / Feeding:
Brine Shrimp, Dried, Frozen or Flaked Food
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Temperament:
Can be aggressive to other species
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Habitat: Shallow
waters of fast flowing streams
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Behaviour: Keep
in schools of at least six to minimise aggressive behaviour
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Range:
Indonesia, Borneo and Sumatra
Interesting Facts and Information -
How do you identify
the sex of a Albino Tiger Barb?
The males and females of many fish species have different colors
or different shaped bodies. But there are also other fish
species where there is no visible difference. Its sometimes
tricky being an ichthyologist!
Interesting Facts and Information - Why are Albino Tiger Barb slimy?
Albino Tiger Barb secrete a type of mucus, or slime, from their skin.
This slime provides protection against parasites and infections
and helps the Albino Tiger Barb to move through
the water faster. Some fish species also release
toxins in their slime which ward off enemy attacks. Other fish
species use their slime to feed their young.
Interesting Facts and Information -
Why do Albino Tiger Barb have gills?
Gills enable the Albino Tiger Barb to breathe. Gills consist of thin
sheets of tissue containing blood vessels. As water passes over
the gills oxygen is absorbed into the blood stream Carbon
dioxide passes out into the water. The gills are protected by a
large bony plate called an operculum. Some fish species however
have lungs and breathe air.
Interesting Facts and Information -
Why do the Albino Tiger Barb have fins?
A fin is an external appendage or "limb" of a fish. Fins are
used for directing, stabilizing, or propelling the different
fish species in water. Numbers of fins vary between fish
species, but there are usually seven. Each of the fins on a fish
are designed to perform a specific function:
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Dorsal fins - The
dorsal fin is located on the backs of fishes. The Albino Tiger Barb
has Dorsal fins to lend stability in swimming.
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Ventral fins. The
ventral fin is located on the pelvic area of fishes. The
Albino Tiger Barb
has Ventral fins to lend stability in swimming.
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Caudal fins. The
Caudal fin is located on the tail area of fishes. The Albino Tiger Barb
has Caudal fins to propel through the water.
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Pectoral fins. The
Pectoral fin is located on the breast area of fishes. The
Albino Tiger Barb
has Pectoral fins to for locomotion and side to
side movement
Interesting Facts and Information about
Albino Tiger Barb
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