HomeCompare fishStriped barb vs Glass catfish Striped barb vs Glass catfish: can they live together? Verdict: CompatibleBoth are comfortable at 23–26°C (73–79°F).A pH of 6.5 suits both.Minimum tank for the pair: 210 L (55 US gal)Side by sideStriped barbGlass catfishAdult size12 cm (4.7 in)15 cm (5.9 in)Minimum tank210 L (55 US gal)150 L (40 US gal)Temperature23–26°C (73–79°F)21–26°C (70–79°F)pH6.0–6.56.5–7.0Hardness2–12 dGH (36–214 ppm)8–18 dGH (143–321 ppm)TemperamentPeacefulPeacefulCommunity tankExcellentGoodCare levelEasyEasyDietOmnivoreCarnivoreSpecies profilesStriped barbPuntius johorensisGlass catfishKryptopterus bicirrhis