HomeCompare fishIndian glassy fish vs Striped barb Indian glassy fish vs Striped barb: can they live together? Verdict: With cautionTheir preferred pH ranges don't overlap.Both are comfortable at 23–26°C (73–79°F).Minimum tank for the pair: 210 L (55 US gal)Side by sideIndian glassy fishStriped barbAdult size8 cm (3.1 in)12 cm (4.7 in)Minimum tank75 L (20 US gal)210 L (55 US gal)Temperature20–30°C (68–86°F)23–26°C (73–79°F)pH7.0–8.26.0–6.5Hardness9–19 dGH (161–339 ppm)2–12 dGH (36–214 ppm)TemperamentPeacefulPeacefulCommunity tankGoodExcellentCare levelEasyEasyDietOmnivoreOmnivoreSpecies profilesIndian glassy fishParambassis rangaStriped barbPuntius johorensis