🐟 Albino Golden Tinfoil Barb (Barbonymus schwanenfeldii var. “Albino Gold”)
🐟 Albino Golden Tinfoil Barb (Barbonymus schwanenfeldii var. “Albino Gold”)
Freshwater Barb • Large Schooling Fish • Peaceful Display • Golden Albino Morph
📋 The Albino Golden Tinfoil Barb (Barbonymus schwanenfeldii var. “Albino Gold”) is a stunning color morph of the well-known Tinfoil Barb, exhibiting brilliant metallic gold scales, transparent fins tinged with red, and characteristic pink eyes of albinism.
Despite their size, these fish are peaceful and social, thriving best in groups of five or more in large aquariums with open swimming space. Their shimmering gold bodies catch the light beautifully, making them one of the most visually striking freshwater schooling fish available.
Due to their fast swimming and large adult size, they are recommended for experienced aquarists or large display tanks.
💡 Highlights
✨ Golden Albino Coloration: Reflective gold body with red fins
⚪ Peaceful Schooling Giant: Great for large freshwater setups
📏 Powerful Swimmer: Requires open space and strong filtration
✅ Captive-Bred Strain: Hardy and sustainable variant
🐟Spectacular Display Fish: Ideal for big community aquariums
🧾 A Quick Look at the Albino Golden Tinfoil Barb
📛 Common Name: Albino Golden Tinfoil Barb
🔬 Scientific Name: Barbonymus schwanenfeldii var. “Albino Gold”
👨👩👧 Family: Cyprinidae
🌍 Origin: Captive-bred variant (original species native to Southeast Asia)
📏 Max Size: 35 cm (≈ 13.8″)
💧 pH Range: 6.5–7.5
🌡️ Temperature Range: 22–28 °C (≈ 72–82 °F)
🧠 Care Level: Moderate
💖 Temperament: Peaceful, active schooling
🏠 Min Tank Size: 380 L (≈ 100 US gallons)
📌 Tank Level: Mid to upper
🧬 Captive Bred: ✅ Yes
🌿 Wild Caught: ❌ No
⏳ Lifespan: 8–10 years
🍽️ Diet: Omnivore
🐣 Reproduction: Egg scatterer, infrequent in captivity