Snakeskin Barb (4 CM)
£5.35
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The snakeskin barb (Desmopuntius rhomboocellatus) is a small freshwater fish in the minnow and carp family (Cyprinidae) that is native to the peat swamps and blackwater streams of Borneo.
15 in stock
Description
Overview & Appearance
- Scientific Name: Desmopuntius rhomboocellatus
- Size: Grows up to 5.5 to 8.8 cm (about 2.2 to 3.5 inches).
- Markings: Features a reddish base color with greenish-brown backs and silvery sides, patterned with dark, rhombus-shaped (diamond-like) flank markings.
- Lifespan: Around 5 to 7 years with proper care.
Natural Habitat
- Location: Endemic to western, central, and southern Kalimantan in Indonesia (Borneo), including river basins like the Kapuas and Barito.
- Environment: Found in slow-moving blackwater peat swamps with acidic water (pH 3.0–7.0), stained dark by decaying organic leaf litter and dense marginal vegetation.
Aquarium Care
- Temperament: Peaceful and social; unlike some of their more aggressive barb relatives, they are non-fin-nippers and do well in community setups.
- Social Needs: Best kept in a school or group of at least 6 to 10 individuals.
- Tank Setup: Requires a minimum 20-gallon tank featuring soft, acidic water, dim lighting, and a dark substrate with plenty of plants or driftwood to mimic their natural blackwater habitat.
- Diet: Omnivorous micro-predator that accepts high-quality flake food, micro-pellets, and live or frozen foods like daphnia or brine shrimp.
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