Barb Breeding

[Rice_slayer]

Hey, I was wondering if Tiger Barbs breed and do they lay eggs? I was wondering if it was possible if i could get my fish to "reproduce" so i can get my parents to let me get a bigger tank for them. Also how do you tell if tiger barbs are male/females?

 

[tetras4me]

they do lay eggs yes

 

[Lateral Line]

I described my Tiger Barb procedure in this thread a couple of years ago. Females are always deeper in the body and noticeably wider when viewed from above. Males are brighter coloured and have a pronounced red nose that stretches up towards the dorsal fin.