Tiger Barb pH: Ideal Water pH & Hardness
Ideal pH 6-7.5 · Hardness 5-18 dGH
The Tiger Barb prefers neutral water: pH 6-7.5 at 5-18 dGH. Test your tap water first — many keepers match this range with no adjustment.
Stability beats a perfect number. Chasing pH with chemicals causes dangerous swings; if your water is close, leave it. To gently soften and lower pH use RO water, driftwood or peat; to raise it use crushed coral or aragonite.
| pH | 6-7.5 |
|---|---|
| Hardness | 5-18 dGH |
Frequently asked questions
What pH is best for Tiger Barb?
pH 6-7.5 with hardness 5-18 dGH.
How do I adjust pH for a Tiger Barb?
Favor stability: match it naturally with driftwood or RO water to lower, or crushed coral to raise, rather than pH chemicals.
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