Longfin Cherry Barb (Puntius titteya) is a long-finned form of the classic Cherry Barb from the shaded rainforest streams of Sri Lanka. Males turn a deep cherry red, especially when displaying, while females are tan-gold with a dark lateral stripe. The flowing, extended fins add grace to one of the most peaceful barbs in the hobby.
Keep Longfin Cherry Barbs in a group of 6 or more with more females than males. Unlike many barbs, they are calm and do not nip fins, making them perfect for planted community tanks and aquascapes. Dense planting and a dark substrate bring out their best color.
Good tankmates include rasboras, small tetras, Corydoras, Otocinclus, gouramis, and shrimp. Avoid fin-nippers, which may target their long fins.
Feeding & Care Tip: Feed Sera Vipan Tropical Flakes as the daily staple and add Hikari Frozen Baby Brine Shrimp, Hikari Frozen Daphnia, or Hikari Frozen Bloodworms a few times a week to deepen the red in males.
| Difficulty | Easy |
| Temperament | Peaceful |
| Adult Size | 2 in (5 cm) |
| Group Size | 6+ |
| Minimum Tank Size | 20 gallons |
| Ideal Temperature | 73–79°F (23–26°C) |
| Ideal pH | 6.0–7.5 |
| Ideal GH | 4–15 dGH |
| Staple Food | Sera Vipan Tropical Flakes |
| Treat / Supplement | Hikari Frozen Baby Brine Shrimp, Daphnia, Bloodworms |
| Lifespan | 4–6 years |
| Origin | Farm-raised (species native to Sri Lanka) |
| Notes | Peaceful barb — does not nip. Males turn deep red. Ideal for planted tanks. |
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