Easy
Golden Barb (Barbodes semifasciolatus)
18–24°C · pH 6–8 · 80L
£2.99
A hardy, active neon-colored barb that brings constant movement and bright color to a lively community aquarium. Easy care, semi-aggressive. 22-28C, pH 6.0-7.5.
Adult size is the maximum length this species reaches at full maturity (scientific sources). The livestock you receive will be younger and smaller — pick a size variant above for the actual shipping size. Photos are AI-enhanced, so the animal may show subtle colour or marking differences.
Barbus Capoeta schuberti neon
Barbus Capoeta schuberti neon are a shoaling species — they need 6+ to feel safe and show their full colour.
A hardy, active neon-colored barb that brings constant movement and bright color to a lively community aquarium. Easy care, semi-aggressive. 22-28C, pH 6.0-7.5.
Adult size is the maximum length this species reaches at full maturity (scientific sources). The livestock you receive will be younger and smaller — pick a size variant above for the actual shipping size. Photos are AI-enhanced, so the animal may show subtle colour or marking differences.
Maintain these water conditions for optimal health and vibrant colors
The Schuberti Barb (Barbus schuberti), also known as the neon schuberti barb or golden barb, is a hardy, active neon-colored barb that brings constant movement and bright color to lively community aquariums. This captive-bred ornamental form is derived from a Southeast Asian barb species and reaches 4.5 cm in length. The neon color form displays vibrant golden-yellow to orange body coloration with iridescent highlights, creating an eye-catching appearance. While classified as semi-aggressive, this species is generally peaceful when kept in proper groups and housed with appropriately robust tankmates. Available for sale UK from specialist suppliers, this species is ideal for aquarists seeking a hardy, colorful, and active schooling fish for planted community tanks.
Barbus schuberti exhibits a compact, deep-bodied shape with a slightly arched dorsal profile and a deeply forked caudal fin. The neon color form displays vibrant golden-yellow to bright orange body coloration with iridescent blue or green highlights on the scales. The fins are generally amber to reddish-tinted, with males showing more vivid coloration and slight extension in the dorsal and anal fins. Females are typically paler and fuller-bodied when gravid. Both sexes have a small, terminal mouth and large eyes. Color intensity varies with diet and water quality.
Barbus schuberti is a captive-bred ornamental form derived from a Southeast Asian barb species; the exact wild origin of the color form is unknown. Wild-type ancestors likely inhabit slow to moderate-flowing streams, rivers, and vegetated pools within forested areas, with clean water, moderate flow, and planted areas.
A minimum aquarium capacity of 60 liters is recommended for a school of 8-10 Schuberti Barbs. Provide moderate planting with open swimming areas. A dark substrate enhances coloration. Include driftwood and rocks. Filtration should be good, with moderate water movement. A secure lid is essential, as barbs are active and may jump.
Schuberti Barbs thrive in clean, well-oxygenated water. Maintain temperatures between 22-28°C, with 25°C optimal. The pH should range from 6.0-7.5. Water hardness can vary from soft to moderately hard. Maintain zero ammonia and nitrite, and keep nitrates below 30 ppm through regular water changes.
Barbus schuberti is an omnivore. Offer varied diet including quality flake or micro-pellets, frozen or live foods such as daphnia, brine shrimp, and bloodworms, plus some vegetable matter or spirulina-based foods. Feed twice daily in small portions. Provide variety to ensure vibrant coloration.
Barbus schuberti is classified as semi-aggressive but is generally peaceful in proper groups. They are active and constantly on the move. Best kept in schools of 8-10+ to reduce stress and fin-nipping. Males may engage in brief displays. Their active nature makes them unsuitable for slow or timid tankmates.
Suitable tank mates include other active, similarly sized barbs, danios, rasboras, Corydoras, and small loaches of similar size. Avoid slow-moving fish, long-finned fish such as bettas and fancy guppies, very small fry or shrimp, aggressive territorial cichlids, and overly timid species.
Spawning is usually possible in a separate breeding tank with fine-leaved plants or a spawning mop. Adults may eat eggs and fry, so remove them after spawning; fry require very small live foods initially, then newly hatched brine shrimp.
Tropical Fish Co is the UK's trusted source for healthy Schuberti Barbs. Every fish is quarantined, conditioned, and health-checked. We offer a live arrival guarantee, secure packaging, and tracked UK delivery. Order today and enjoy this hardy, colorful schooling species.
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