Description
Platinum Albino Tinfoil Barb – Stunning Elegance Meets Active Energy
Elevate your freshwater aquarium with the radiant beauty and lively personality of the Platinum Albino Tinfoil Barb (Barbonymus schwanenfeldii). Known for its shimmering, almost translucent white body with subtle hints of pink and the signature flowing fins, this albino variant of the classic Tinfoil Barb stands out as a dazzling centerpiece in larger community tanks.
Renowned for their peaceful temperament and robust health, Platinum Albino Tinfoil Barbs are active swimmers that add dynamic movement and graceful presence to spacious aquariums. Their hardy nature and adaptability make them a favorite for both beginner and seasoned aquarists.
Key Features:
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Striking Platinum Albino Coloration: Bright, silvery-white body with translucent fins
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Energetic Swimmers: Active and social, best kept in groups of 5 or more
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Peaceful & Hardy: Compatible with many community fish and tolerant of a variety of water conditions
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Impressive Size: Can grow up to 12 inches, perfect for large tanks and ponds
Care Guidelines:
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Tank Size: Minimum 75 gallons to accommodate their size and activity
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Water Temp: 72–79°F (22–26°C)
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pH Range: 6.5–7.5
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Diet: Omnivorous – high-quality pellets, flakes, and occasional live or frozen foods
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Lifespan: 8–10 years with proper care
Tip: Provide open swimming areas and strong filtration to keep your Platinum Albino Tinfoil Barbs healthy and vibrant. Their sociable nature means they thrive best in groups.
Bring shimmering elegance and spirited life to your aquarium with the Platinum Albino Tinfoil Barb — a truly radiant addition for any freshwater enthusiast.
Click & Collect
Livestock will only be bagged once you arrive, or if you contact us in advance to request it ready beforehand.
Local Delivery
Order anything from our in-store range and have it delivered right to you.
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Minimum spend: £50
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Delivery up to 10 miles: £10
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Delivery up to 25 miles: £20
Distances are measured “as the crow flies”, not by road.
Once your order is placed, we’ll be in touch to arrange a suitable delivery date and time.
Please note, delivery may take a little longer as we often group orders together to build an efficient delivery run.
Important: If you’re ordering a large aquarium, please ensure someone is available to help unload the van on arrival.
Dry Goods Delivery
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DPD Next Day: 1 working day (order before 12 noon)
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DX Next Day (Heavy Items & Small Aquariums): 1 working day (order before 12 noon)
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Express Pallet: 1–3 working days
If you'd like to add more items to an existing order that hasn't yet been dispatched, please place a Click & Collect order and leave a note asking us to combine the orders.
Please note: We currently only dispatch parcels Wednesday to Friday.
Pre-Order
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Livestock Delivery
Thursday Delivery – £24
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Dispatched Wednesday afternoon
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Delivered Thursday before 1pm
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Order by Wednesday 12 noon
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Minimum spend: £50
Friday Delivery – £24
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Dispatched Thursday afternoon
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Delivered Friday before 1pm
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Order by Thursday 12 noon
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Minimum spend: £50
Saturday Delivery – £29
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Dispatched Friday afternoon
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Delivered Saturday before 1pm
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Order by Friday 12 noon
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Minimum spend: £50
📦 Want to Add to an Existing Order?
No problem! Just place a Click & Collect order and leave a note asking us to link it with your original one (as long as it hasn’t been dispatched yet).
🛒 Dry Goods Now Included!
You can now include dry goods in your livestock delivery – perfect for topping up supplies in one go.
❄️ Please note: We can’t send frozen food with livestock – please order frozen items separately.
⚠️ Delivery Exclusions
Unfortunately, we’re unable to deliver livestock to the following postcodes:
Scotland & Isles:
AB30–AB56, DD8–DD10, DG3–DG9, DG12–DG14, FK17–FK21, KA18–KA19, KA26–KA30, PA20–PA38, PA80, PH3–PH40
Cornwall Isles: TR21–TR25
All of the following postcodes are excluded:
BT, HS, IM, IV, JE, KW
Plus Channel Islands and Shetland Islands
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