Recent content by Howie6267

Yes I read that about the Tiger Barbs. We will be keeping an eye on that and doing the water changes.

Ok I will keep an eye on them. Will probably go ahead and get 2 more. We are just starting the tank. I don't think 2 more that small is going to make a big deal with cycling. Yes they are great fish. I think I am really going to enjoy having these guys.

We bought 5 Tiger Barbs along with a couple other fish to get our tank going. My wife has read in several places that you should always have 6 of these or more. Does one less really matter? Should I go buy another? Thanks

Thanks everyone. I look forward to reading and learning here.

Hi all just found this site. My wife and I are just starting a tank up again. Our last tank we had assorted gold fish. We decided to go tropical this time. We are just getting set up so right now we have 5 Tiger Barbs and 2 Gouramis and one Striped Talking Catfish. The guy at the store threw in...