HomeCompare fishStriped barb vs Arulius barb Striped barb vs Arulius barb: can they live together? Verdict: CompatibleBoth are comfortable at 23–25°C (73–77°F).A pH of 6.0–6.5 suits both.Minimum tank for the pair: 210 L (55 US gal)Side by sideStriped barbArulius barbAdult size12 cm (4.7 in)12 cm (4.7 in)Minimum tank210 L (55 US gal)210 L (55 US gal)Temperature23–26°C (73–79°F)19–25°C (66–77°F)pH6.0–6.56.0–8.0Hardness2–12 dGH (36–214 ppm)2–10 dGH (36–178 ppm)TemperamentPeacefulPeacefulCommunity tankExcellentGoodCare levelEasyEasyDietOmnivoreOmnivoreSpecies profilesStriped barbPuntius johorensisArulius barbPuntius arulius