Gold Barb Care Guide:

1. Tank Size: A tank of at least 20 gallons is suitable for a small school of Gold Barbs.

2. Water Parameters:

   • Temperature: 64-75°F (18-24°C).
   • pH Level: Slightly acidic to neutral, around 6.0-7.5.
   • Water Hardness: Soft to moderately hard water.

3. Tank Setup:

   • Provide open swimming spaces with a well-filtered aquarium.
   • Use a substrate of fine gravel and include hardy plants for cover.
   • Maintain a stable and clean environment.

4. Diet:

   • Omnivorous diet; feed high-quality flakes, pellets, and supplement with live or frozen foods like brine shrimp and bloodworms.

5. Tank Mates:

   • Gold Barbs are peaceful and suitable for a community tank.
   • Keep them with other non-aggressive fish of similar size.

6. Maintenance:

   • Perform regular water changes (20-30% every 2 weeks).
   • Monitor water parameters consistently.

7. Behavior:

   • Gold Barbs are active swimmers that display schooling behavior.
   • Males develop brighter colors, especially during breeding displays.

8. Compatibility:

   • Compatible with other mid to top-dwelling community fish.
   • Ensure tank mates are not overly aggressive or territorial.

9. Breeding:

   • Breeding Gold Barbs is possible in a separate breeding tank.
   • Provide fine-leaved plants for egg deposition.

10. Health Monitoring:

    • Observe for signs of stress, disease, or changes in behavior.
    • Quarantine new additions to prevent potential diseases.

Creating an environment with appropriate decorations and maintaining good water quality will showcase the beautiful colors and lively nature of Gold Barbs in your aquarium.