Checkered Barb (3 CM)
£3.10
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The checkered barb, or checker barb (Oliotius oligolepis), is a small, peaceful freshwater fish from the family Cyprinidae that is endemic to Sumatra, Indonesia.
100 in stock
Description
Overview and Appearance
- Size: Grows to a maximum length of about 5 cm (2 inches).
- Markings: Features dark, overlapping scale edges that create a distinct checkerboard pattern across its body.
- Sexual Dimorphism: Adult males display striking red fins with black tips, while females have more subdued coloring.
- Taxonomy: It is the sole member of its genus, Oliotius, previously classified under Puntius or Capoeta.
Natural Habitat and Aquarium Care
- Origin: Found in tropical creeks, rivers, and lakes in central and western Sumatra.
- Water Parameters: Prefers temperatures between 18–25°C (64–77°F), a pH level of 5.5 to 7.5, and soft to moderately hard water.
- Behavior: Highly peaceful and active, unlike some fin-nipping barb species. They thrive best in schools of 6 to 10+ individuals in a planted community tank.
- Diet: Omnivorous; accepts high-quality flakes, micro-pellets, and live or frozen foods like brine shrimp and daphnia.
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