Albino Cherry Barb (Puntius titteya) – Males Only

<p>The <strong>Albino Cherry Barb (Puntius titteya)</strong> is a beautiful color variation of the popular Cherry Barb, featuring a pale golden to creamy body with attractive reddish-pink coloration. Male Albino Cherry Barbs develop particularly vibrant red and pink tones, making them an excellent choice for planted and peaceful community aquariums.</p>

<p>This listing is for <strong>males only</strong>, making it ideal for aquarists looking to add stronger coloration to an existing Cherry Barb group or create an attractive male display group.</p>

<h3>What We Like About This Fish</h3>
<ul>
<li>Beautiful albino coloration with reddish-pink tones</li>
<li>Males develop especially attractive coloration</li>
<li>Peaceful and suitable for community aquariums</li>
<li>Looks excellent in planted aquarium setups</li>
<li>Active without being overly aggressive</li>
<li>Relatively easy to care for</li>
<li>Excellent choice for adding color to a peaceful aquarium</li>
<li><strong>This listing is for males only</strong></li>
</ul>

<h3>Recommended Tank Parameters</h3>
<ul>
<li><strong>Temperature:</strong> 23–27°C</li>
<li><strong>pH:</strong> 6.0–7.5</li>
<li><strong>Water Hardness:</strong> Soft to moderately hard</li>
<li><strong>Recommended Tank Size:</strong> 60L or larger</li>
<li><strong>Lighting:</strong> Low to moderate</li>
<li><strong>Water Flow:</strong> Gentle to moderate</li>
</ul>

<h3>Care Guidelines</h3>
<p>Albino Cherry Barbs are relatively easy to maintain in a clean, stable, and well-established freshwater aquarium. A planted setup with open swimming areas, driftwood, rocks, and shaded areas provides an excellent environment for these active fish.</p>

<p>They are <strong>omnivorous</strong> and should be offered a varied diet consisting of quality micro pellets or flakes supplemented with foods such as brine shrimp, daphnia, and other appropriately sized foods. A varied diet can help maintain good health and coloration.</p>

<h3>Origin</h3>
<p>The original Cherry Barb is native to <strong>Sri Lanka</strong>, where it naturally occurs in shaded freshwater habitats. The Albino Cherry Barb is a selectively bred ornamental color form of the Cherry Barb commonly produced for the aquarium trade.</p>

<h3>Average Adult Size</h3>
<p>Approximately <strong>4–5cm (1.5–2 inches)</strong>.</p>

<h3>Average Purchase Size</h3>
<p>Approximately <strong>2.5–4cm (1–1.5 inches)</strong>. Actual size may vary slightly between individual fish and shipments.</p>

<h3>Schooling Fish</h3>
<p><strong>Yes.</strong> Cherry Barbs are social fish and are best maintained in groups. Although this listing contains <strong>males only</strong>, they can be added to an existing Cherry Barb group or maintained as a group of males when sufficient aquarium space, plants, and hiding areas are provided. Keeping approximately <strong>6 or more</strong> is recommended where tank size allows.</p>

<h3>Shrimp Safe</h3>
<p><strong>With caution.</strong> Albino Cherry Barbs are generally peaceful and may coexist with larger adult shrimp. However, very small shrimp and newly hatched shrimplets may be eaten. Dense plants and aquarium moss can provide additional hiding places for shrimp.</p>

<p>The <strong>Albino Cherry Barb (Puntius titteya) – Males Only</strong> is an excellent choice for aquarists looking for a peaceful, colorful, and active freshwater fish. Their striking reddish-pink male coloration looks particularly attractive in planted community aquariums, while their manageable size and relatively easy care requirements make them suitable for a wide range of aquarium setups.</p>