HomeCompare fishClown barb vs Coppernose barb Clown barb vs Coppernose barb: can they live together? Verdict: Not recommendedThe Coppernose barb is aggressive towards other fish.Both are comfortable at 24–26°C (75–79°F).A pH of 6.5–7.0 suits both.Side by sideClown barbCoppernose barbAdult size14 cm (5.5 in)17.5 cm (6.9 in)Minimum tank75 L (20 US gal)115 L (30 US gal)Temperature24–28°C (75–82°F)22–26°C (72–79°F)pH6.0–7.06.5–7.0Hardness7–17 dGH (125–303 ppm)5–10 dGH (89–178 ppm)TemperamentPeacefulAggressiveCommunity tankGoodWith cautionCare levelEasyEasyDietOmnivoreOmnivoreSpecies profilesClown barbPuntius everettiCoppernose barbRaiamas christyi