HomeCompare fishHead-and-taillight tetra vs Striped barb Head-and-taillight tetra vs Striped barb: can they live together? Verdict: With cautionThe Striped barb grows about twice as long as the Head-and-taillight tetra; watch for bullying or predation.Both are comfortable at 23–26°C (73–79°F).A pH of 6.0–6.5 suits both.Minimum tank for the pair: 210 L (55 US gal)Side by sideHead-and-taillight tetraStriped barbAdult size5 cm (2 in)12 cm (4.7 in)Minimum tank75 L (20 US gal)210 L (55 US gal)Temperature22–26°C (72–79°F)23–26°C (73–79°F)pH6.0–8.06.0–6.5Hardness5–19 dGH (89–339 ppm)2–12 dGH (36–214 ppm)TemperamentPeacefulPeacefulCommunity tankExcellentExcellentCare levelEasyEasyDietOmnivoreOmnivoreSpecies profilesHead-and-taillight tetraHemigrammus ocelliferStriped barbPuntius johorensis