HomeCompare fishClown barb vs Black sharkminnow Clown barb vs Black sharkminnow: can they live together? Verdict: Not recommendedAn adult Black sharkminnow is about 6 times the length of a Clown barb and may eat it.Both are comfortable at 24–27°C (75–81°F).A pH of 6.5–7.0 suits both.Side by sideClown barbBlack sharkminnowAdult size14 cm (5.5 in)90 cm (35 in)Minimum tank75 L (20 US gal)475 L (125 US gal)Temperature24–28°C (75–82°F)24–27°C (75–81°F)pH6.0–7.06.5–7.5Hardness7–17 dGH (125–303 ppm)2–15 dGH (36–268 ppm)TemperamentPeacefulPeacefulCommunity tankGoodGoodCare levelEasyEasyDietOmnivoreOmnivoreSpecies profilesClown barbPuntius everettiBlack sharkminnowLabeo chrysophekadion