{"product_id":"high-body-tinfoil-barb","title":"High Body Tinfoil Barb – Barbonymus schwanenfeldii","description":"\u003ch3 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eProduct Description\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eHigh Body Tinfoil Barb\u003c\/strong\u003e is a distinctive ornamental variety of the popular Tinfoil Barb, selected for its deep, tall-bodied profile and impressive presence in large freshwater aquariums. Its broad body, highly reflective metallic scales, and vivid red-to-orange fins give the fish a bold and elegant appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eActive and social, High Body Tinfoil Barbs are strong swimmers and become increasingly impressive as they mature. They are best suited for spacious aquariums with powerful filtration and compatible medium-to-large tank mates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eBarbonymus schwanenfeldii\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVariety:\u003c\/strong\u003e High Body\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e High Body Tinfoil Barb\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFamily:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cyprinidae\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Captive-bred ornamental variety; species native to Southeast Asia\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJuvenile Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e See selected size option\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdult Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Species may reach approx. \u003cstrong\u003e12–14 in \/ 30–35 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Generally peaceful and active\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSwimming Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Middle to upper water column\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Tank Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eApproximately \u003cstrong\u003e150+ gallons\u003c\/strong\u003e is recommended for mature specimens or groups, with substantial horizontal swimming space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater Parameters:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTemperature: \u003cstrong\u003e72–82°F \/ 22–28°C\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003epH: \u003cstrong\u003e6.0–8.0\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModerate water hardness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClean, well-filtered water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRegular water changes recommended\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOmnivorous. Offer a varied diet of high-quality pellets, flakes, vegetable matter, algae-based foods, frozen foods, and occasional protein-rich foods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTank Setup:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eProvide an open swimming area with durable decorations positioned securely around the perimeter of the aquarium. Strong biological and mechanical filtration is recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBest kept with similarly sized community or semi-aggressive freshwater fish. Avoid very small fish and shrimp that may eventually be viewed as food.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is a large-growing, active species despite its relatively small juvenile size. Buyers should plan for substantial adult aquarium space. Individual body depth, scale coloration, and fin coloration may naturally vary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTinfoil Barbs naturally have a deep, laterally compressed body, and the commercial \u003cstrong\u003eHigh Body\u003c\/strong\u003e form emphasizes this characteristic through selective breeding rather than representing a separate species.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Runjun Aquarium","offers":[{"title":"3.1–3.9 in \/ 8–10 cm","offer_id":53119444746560,"sku":null,"price":129.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0941\/4357\/8432\/files\/High_Body_Tinfoil_Barb_Barbonymus_schwanenfeldii_2.jpg?v=1788913329","url":"https:\/\/www.runjunaquarium.com\/products\/high-body-tinfoil-barb","provider":"RJ Aquatics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}