Super Red Albino Cherry Barb Long Fin

The Super Red Albino Cherry Barb Long Fin is a stunning ornamental variety of the Cherry Barb, prized for its brilliant red coloration, albino red eyes, and elegant flowing fins. This selectively bred strain combines the vibrant color of the Super Red Albino Cherry Barb with extended long fins, giving the fish a graceful and eye-catching appearance.

When kept in a planted aquarium, the long flowing fins and intense ruby-red coloration create a beautiful contrast against green plants and natural décor. Their peaceful temperament and attractive appearance make them an excellent addition to community aquariums and aquascaped tanks.

Why Aquarists Love Super Red Albino Cherry Barb Long Fin

• Bright ruby-red coloration with albino red eyes
• Elegant long flowing fins
• Peaceful temperament ideal for community aquariums
• Perfect fish for planted aquariums and aquascapes

Behavior & Compatibility

Super Red Albino Cherry Barb Long Fin are peaceful and social fish that thrive when kept in groups of 6 or more individuals. They are much calmer than Tiger Barb species and rarely show aggressive behavior.

Suitable tank mates include:

• Tetras
• Rasboras
• Corydoras catfish
• Small gouramis
• Other peaceful community fish

Avoid keeping them with aggressive or fin-nipping fish, which may damage their long fins.

Ideal Aquarium Setup

These fish thrive in planted aquariums with gentle water movement and plenty of natural cover.

Recommended aquarium features:

• Dense plants such as Java Fern, Cryptocoryne, and moss
• Driftwood or natural decorations
• Open swimming space
• Soft to moderate lighting

A planted environment helps highlight their vibrant color and graceful fin shape.

Diet and Feeding

Super Red Albino Cherry Barb Long Fin are omnivores and accept a wide variety of foods.

Recommended foods include:

• High-quality flakes
• Micro pellets
• Frozen bloodworms
• Brine shrimp
• Daphnia

A varied diet helps maintain their vibrant color and overall health.

Recommended Tank Parameters

Temperature: 72 – 79°F (22 – 26°C)
pH: 6.0 – 7.5
KH: 3 – 10 dKH
Minimum Tank Size: 15 gallons

Size Information

Average Adult Size:
1.5 – 2 inches (4 – 5 cm)

Typical Sale Size:
0.75 – 1.25 inches

Origin

The Cherry Barb (Pethia titteya) is originally native to Sri Lanka, where it inhabits slow-moving forest streams with dense vegetation. The Super Red Albino Long Fin variety is a selectively bred strain developed for enhanced color and extended fin shape.

Add elegance and vibrant color to your aquarium with the Super Red Albino Cherry Barb Long Fin, a peaceful and beautiful fish that shines in planted community tanks. 🐠