HomeCompare fishStriped barb vs Black sharkminnow Striped barb vs Black sharkminnow: can they live together? Verdict: Not recommendedAn adult Black sharkminnow is about 8 times the length of a Striped barb and may eat it.Both are comfortable at 24–26°C (75–79°F).A pH of 6.5 suits both.Side by sideStriped barbBlack sharkminnowAdult size12 cm (4.7 in)90 cm (35 in)Minimum tank210 L (55 US gal)475 L (125 US gal)Temperature23–26°C (73–79°F)24–27°C (75–81°F)pH6.0–6.56.5–7.5Hardness2–12 dGH (36–214 ppm)2–15 dGH (36–268 ppm)TemperamentPeacefulPeacefulCommunity tankExcellentGoodCare levelEasyEasyDietOmnivoreOmnivoreSpecies profilesStriped barbPuntius johorensisBlack sharkminnowLabeo chrysophekadion