{"product_id":"green-balloon-tiger-barb","title":"Green Balloon Tiger Barb 3cm","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","url":"https:\/\/chloesaquaticcentre.com.au\/products\/green-balloon-tiger-barb","provider":"Chloe's Aquatic Centre","version":"1.0","type":"link"}