Head Standing Tiger Barbs

[Gembags]

Hi Everyone,

I have been keeping a shoal of 9 Tiger barbs in a 30ltr Biorb for around 2 weeks now. They have been kept in a 2' 6" tank up until i transferred them. They seem to have settled in fine but one thing i have noticed is that they keep Head standing in mid water for periods of around 30 secs - 1min. I have never noticed this strange behavior until now. Is this normal or is it a sign that something isnt quite right? Any feedback on this would be great. many thanks.



Gemma.

 

[mommyof2bettas]

I've read that this means the water params are high,but not too sure on it. Is the tank cycled? What are the water params? I'm pretty sure the tank is overstocked.

 

[cheekydevil]

I have read some were on here that some people reckon that they are only just sleeping when they do that. i know that my tiger barbs also do that same behaviour as well. I would do some water tests just to be on the safe side though

 

[The-Wolf]

what you have both read is wrong.
TBs do this in an effort to attract a mate. it is mostly males that do this although in a group where there are few
males the females take on this role.
it is perfectly normal behaviour and nothing to worry about.

 

[Gembags]

what you have both read is wrong.
TBs do this in an effort to attract a mate. it is mostly males that do this although in a group where there are few
males the females take on this role.
it is perfectly normal behaviour and nothing to worry about.

Many Thanks "The Wolf", Finally an answer to a question ive been trying to find for ages in books and all sorts. Thanks again. p.s. We have tested the water and all within ideal tolerances.