Black Tiger Dwarf Badis – Dario tigris | Rare wild-caught specimen from Myanmar with intense stripe pattern

The Black Tiger Badis (Dario tigris) is a rare, small predatory fish from Myanmar, captivating with its deep black stripe pattern and metallic shimmering body. Especially the males display a spectacular play of colors in black, red, and bronze tones during courtship.

This species is peaceful but territorial and is best suited for species-only aquariums or small community tanks with calm tankmates. A well-planted aquarium with fine substrate and hiding places optimally brings out its natural behavior and intense coloration.

🌿 Characteristics & Care:
🐠 Fish size: M (2–3 cm)
🌎 Origin: Myanmar (Wild form)
🌡️ Temperature: 22–28 °C
💧 pH-value: 6.0–7.5
⚖️ Total hardness: up to 15 °dGH
🐟 Social behavior: Peaceful, in pairs or small groups
🌾 Aquarium: From 40 l, densely planted with fine substrate and moss

🍽️ Feeding:
Prefers live and frozen food such as Artemia, Cyclops, or Grindal worms. Dry food is rarely accepted.

💡 Tip:
A dark substrate, leaves, and fine moss create ideal conditions and emphasize the contrasting stripe pattern of the animals.

👉 Conclusion:
The Black Tiger Badis (Dario tigris) is a vibrantly colored, rare dwarf perch from Myanmar – ideal for lovers of unusual nanofish and naturalistic aquariums.