{"product_id":"rainbow-shiner-shiner-barb-notropis-chrosmosus","title":"Rainbow Shiner (Shiner Barb) - Notropis Chrosmosus","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"128\" data-end=\"575\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"132\" data-end=\"147\"\u003eShiner Barb\u003c\/strong\u003e (\u003cem data-start=\"149\" data-end=\"169\"\u003eNotropis chrosomus\u003c\/em\u003e), more widely known as the Rainbow Shiner, is a dazzling North American native that truly lives up to its name. During the breeding season, males display intense flashes of electric blue, magenta, and violet—an astonishing contrast to their otherwise silvery bodies. These colors are especially vivid under cool, well-oxygenated conditions, making them a favorite among biotope and river-style aquascapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"577\" data-end=\"1016\"\u003ePeaceful and active, Shiner Barbs do best in groups of six or more, where their natural schooling behavior brings life and shimmer to the midwater column. They thrive in clean, flowing water with plenty of open swimming space and benefit from the addition of smooth stones, driftwood, and shaded areas. Though not as commonly seen in the trade, they adapt well to aquarium life when provided with stable water parameters and a varied diet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1018\" data-end=\"1517\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1018\" data-end=\"1032\"\u003eDifficulty\u003c\/strong\u003e – Moderate (requires good water quality and flow)\u003cbr data-start=\"1082\" data-end=\"1085\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1085\" data-end=\"1100\"\u003eTemperament\u003c\/strong\u003e – Peaceful, social\u003cbr data-start=\"1119\" data-end=\"1122\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1122\" data-end=\"1130\"\u003eSize\u003c\/strong\u003e – Up to 3 inches\u003cbr data-start=\"1147\" data-end=\"1150\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1150\" data-end=\"1163\"\u003eTank Size\u003c\/strong\u003e – 20 gallons+ (larger for full schools)\u003cbr data-start=\"1203\" data-end=\"1206\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1206\" data-end=\"1221\"\u003eTemperature\u003c\/strong\u003e – 64°F to 75°F\u003cbr data-start=\"1236\" data-end=\"1239\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1239\" data-end=\"1247\"\u003eDiet\u003c\/strong\u003e – Omnivore (high-quality flakes, micro-pellets, frozen daphnia or brine shrimp)\u003cbr data-start=\"1327\" data-end=\"1330\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1330\" data-end=\"1336\"\u003epH\u003c\/strong\u003e – 6.5 to 7.5\u003cbr data-start=\"1349\" data-end=\"1352\"\u003e🌈 The Shiner Barb is a North American gem—brilliant, active, and perfect for aquarists looking to add a burst of seasonal color and energy to a coolwater community.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1519\" data-end=\"1578\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"1519\" data-end=\"1577\"\u003eThis listing is for 1 Shiner Barb – \u003cem data-start=\"1556\" data-end=\"1576\"\u003eNotropis chrosomus\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e*\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Poseidon Aquatics And Plants","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46986905616606,"sku":"","price":14.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0645\/4768\/4574\/files\/Photo.png?v=1741200651","url":"https:\/\/poseidonaquaticsandplants.com\/products\/rainbow-shiner-shiner-barb-notropis-chrosmosus","provider":"Poseidon Aquatics And Plants","version":"1.0","type":"link"}