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Despite its striking appearance, it is a peaceful and relatively hardy species once settled.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare Guide\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTank Size: Minimum 30L; best kept in groups of 10 or more — a balanced mix of males and females reduces male aggression and produces the most vibrant colouration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater Parameters: pH 6.5–7.5 | Temp 20–26°C | Soft to moderately hard water; stable, well-maintained parameters are important\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDiet: Omnivorous — quality nano pellets and micro flake food; supplement with frozen or live micro worms, daphnia, and baby brine shrimp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTemperament: Peaceful; ideal for nano and planted community tanks — males can display mild aggression toward each other, best managed with larger groups\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTank Setup: Densely planted aquarium with open swimming areas; darker substrate and good lighting showcases their stunning pearl spotting and vivid fin colouration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSkill Level: Beginner–Intermediate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMax Size: 2.5cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Chloe's Aquatic Centre","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52096925991234,"sku":null,"price":19.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0889\/0128\/8258\/files\/2AF5841D-3614-43CC-B55A-4145FA0BAC68.jpg?v=1772082757"},{"product_id":"emerald-rasbora-2cm","title":"Emerald Dwarf Rasbora 1.5cm","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Emerald Dwarf Rasbora (\u003cem\u003eMicrorasbora erythromicron\u003c\/em\u003e) is a captivating nano fish from the cool, clear waters of Inle Lake in Myanmar. Displaying a stunning turquoise-green body adorned with vivid orange-red vertical banding and iridescent blue-green scales, it is one of the most jewel-like nano species in the freshwater hobby. Peaceful and best appreciated in large schools, a group of Emerald Dwarf Rasboras creates a shimmering, gem-like display in planted aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare Guide\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTank Size: Minimum 30L; best kept in schools of 10 or more — larger schools produce the most impressive display and reduce shyness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater Parameters: pH 7.0–8.0 | Temp 18–22°C | Hard, alkaline water preferred; naturally found in cool, clear lake waters — avoid warm or soft acidic setups\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDiet: Omnivorous — quality nano pellets and micro flake food; supplement with frozen or live micro worms, daphnia, and baby brine shrimp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTemperament: Peaceful; ideal for nano and planted community tanks — safe with shrimp and other small, non-aggressive species\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTank Setup: Densely planted aquarium with open swimming space; good water quality and stable parameters are essential\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSkill Level: Intermediate — sensitive to warm temperatures and poor water quality\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMax Size: 2cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Chloe's Aquatic Centre","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52820736442690,"sku":null,"price":13.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0889\/0128\/8258\/files\/FB673773-6779-4110-8E0C-06C1AF3EDCE6.jpg?v=1774834150"},{"product_id":"green-balloon-tiger-barb","title":"Green Balloon Tiger Barb 2.5cm","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Green Balloon Tiger Barb (\u003cem\u003ePuntigrus tetrazona\u003c\/em\u003e 'Green Balloon') is a captivating and unusual variant of the Tiger Barb, combining a deep iridescent green body with the characteristic rounded balloon body shape and vivid red-tipped fins. Its compact, rotund form and shimmering colouration make it a real conversation piece in any aquarium, and a school of these quirky fish creates a lively, eye-catching display.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare Guide\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTank Size: Minimum 80L; best kept in schools of 10 or more — larger groups reduce fin-nipping behaviour\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater Parameters: pH 6.0–7.5 | Temp 22–28°C | Soft to moderately hard water preferred\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDiet: Omnivorous — quality flake and micro pellet foods; supplement with frozen or live daphnia, brine shrimp, and blanched vegetables\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTemperament: Semi-aggressive; known fin nippers — keep in large schools and avoid long-finned or slow-moving tank mates\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTank Setup: Planted aquarium with open swimming space; robust plants recommended\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSkill Level: Beginner–Intermediate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMax Size: 5cm (balloon body form is naturally shorter and rounder than standard Tiger Barbs)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Chloe's Aquatic Centre","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52975502819650,"sku":null,"price":12.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0889\/0128\/8258\/files\/FullSizeRender_a81ff879-6408-4270-ad3d-f4b6ef386929.jpg?v=1777298845"},{"product_id":"cherry-barb-2cm","title":"Cherry Barb 2cm","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Cherry Barb (\u003cem\u003ePuntius titteya\u003c\/em\u003e) is a stunning and peaceful small barb from the rainforest streams of Sri Lanka. Males display a vivid cherry-red colouration that intensifies during spawning, while females show a more subtle golden-brown with a dark lateral stripe. One of the few truly peaceful barb species, Cherry Barbs are an excellent choice for planted community aquariums and are particularly striking when kept in larger groups.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare Guide\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTank Size: Minimum 60L; best kept in groups of 10 or more — a mix of males and females produces the most natural behaviour and colouration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater Parameters: pH 6.0–7.5 | Temp 23–27°C | Soft to moderately hard water preferred\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDiet: Omnivorous — quality micro pellets and flake food; supplement with frozen or live daphnia and brine shrimp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTemperament: Peaceful; one of the most community-friendly barb species — safe with most small fish, shrimp, and snails\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTank Setup: Densely planted aquarium with open swimming space; darker substrate and subdued lighting enhances the males’ vivid red colouration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSkill Level: Beginner\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMax Size: 5cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Chloe's Aquatic Centre","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52975509242178,"sku":null,"price":3.59,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0889\/0128\/8258\/files\/FullSizeRender_3952c701-6f49-4386-9715-6229ffd6ea5b.jpg?v=1777299104"},{"product_id":"cherry-barb-long-fin-3cm","title":"Cherry Barb Long Fin 3cm","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Long Fin Cherry Barb (\u003cem\u003ePuntius titteya\u003c\/em\u003e 'Long Fin') is an elegant and eye-catching variant of the classic Cherry Barb, featuring the same vivid cherry-red colouration with the added beauty of dramatically extended, flowing fins. 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