Red Tail Tinfoil Barb - Tankmate Suggestions

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ShanerBock888

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Recently got 6 Red Tail Tinfoil Barbs and am looking for ideas for tankmates. Right now they're in my 75 with a couple Iridescent Sharks, and the sharks don't seem to fond of them, I think they're a little to skittish and their vision is too bad to be with a school of energetic fish that go bonkers when feeding.

Soon I'll be moving the tinfoils to a 125 and am looking for other fish to fill out the tank. I would like their tankmates to not only be able to handle their high energy, but also be aggressive enough eaters to compete with the barbs' bloodlust.

I've considered moving my 8" clown knife but I think he's a little too chill to be with them. I also considered pictus catfish. Anyone have any ideas on these options or any new options?
 
I did a tank based on stock with silver/red base colors. Stocked with RT Tinfoil Barbs, Red Hooks, Pink Tailed Chalceus, and a Flagtail...Lots of activity there, but the Flagtail couldn't compete with the TFB's & Hooks.
 
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I have considered a flagtail but that's my concern - it won't keep up with the barbs. I like the idea of the red hooks and chalceus. Thanks for the suggestions. Did the hooks end up schooling with the barbs? or was it two separate groups
 
Pictus cats,any silver dollars,xl tiger barbs,giant danios,chalceus,buenos ares tetras,albino tinfoil barb,bluntnose minnows,scissor tail rasboras.
 
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