Cherry barb

Introduce a vibrant, warm splash of color to your aquascape with the Cherry Barb. One of the most popular and well-behaved members of the barb family, this hardy schooling fish is celebrated for its deep, rich coloration. While females display a beautiful honey-brown hue with a dark lateral stripe, mature males transform into a brilliant, fiery cherry red—especially when displaying or settling into a well-planted home.

Unlike their more boisterous cousins, Cherry Barbs are exceptionally peaceful and cooperative. They are active swimmers that thread beautifully through lower-to-middle water levels, providing a lively, colorful presence that contrasts perfectly with bright green aquatic flora and tissue cultures.