Golden Barb (3 CM)
£3.20
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The golden barb is a small, hardy freshwater fish belonging to the family Cyprinidae, popular in the aquarium trade for its vibrant golden-yellow color and peaceful nature.
100 in stock
Description
Overview and Taxonomy
- Scientific Name: Most commonly refers to Pethia gelius (also called the golden dwarf barb), though the name is also frequently used for the captive-bred golden color morph of the Chinese barb (Barbodes semifasciolatus, or gold barb).
- Native Range: Pethia gelius originates from inland freshwaters in Pakistan, India, and Bangladesh. Wild Barbodes semifasciolatus hail from Southeast Asia’s Red River basin.
- Size: Grows up to roughly 5.1 cm (2 inches) for true golden dwarf barbs (P. gelius), while gold morphs (B. semifasciolatus) can reach up to 7–8 cm (2.8–3 inches).
- Conservation Status: Listed as Least Concern by the IUCN.
Aquarium Care
- Temperament: Peaceful, active schooling fish that should be kept in groups of 5 or more.
- Water Parameters: Prefers temperatures between 20–25 °C (68–77 °F) for P. gelius, a pH of 6.0–6.5, and moderate water hardness. Gold barbs (B. semifasciolatus) tolerate a wider pH range (5.5 to 8.0).
- Diet: Omnivorous; feeds on small crustaceans, insects, and standard prepared aquarium flakes.
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