Rosy Barb (3-4 CM)
£4.32
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The Rosy Barb (Pethia conchonius) is a hardy, active subtropical freshwater fish native to South Asia.
100 in stock
Description
Overview
- Scientific Name: Pethia conchonius (formerly Puntius conchonius)
- Origin: South Asia (Afghanistan, India, Pakistan, Nepal, and Bangladesh)
- Lifespan: 3 to 5 years
- Size: Grows up to 4–5.5 inches (10–14 cm) in the wild, but usually around 2.75–4 inches (7–10 cm) in home aquariums.
- Conservation Status: IUCN Least Concern
Appearance and Dimorphism
- Males: Display vibrant red, pink, and golden body colors with dark or black markings on their dorsal and rear fins, especially during mating.
- Females: Generally plumper with a silver, gold, or olive hue and lack the bright red body and black fin accents of the males.
- Varieties: Selective breeding has created long-finned, veil-tail, neon, and golden strains.
Tank Requirements
- Tank Size: Minimum of 30 gallons to provide adequate swimming room.
- Water Parameters: Temperature of 64–72 °F (18–22 °C), pH between 6.0 and 8.0, and hardness of 5–19 dGH.
- Environment: Well-planted tanks with open swimming areas, rocks, and driftwood.
Behavior and Diet
- Social: Peaceful, active schooling fish that should be kept in groups of 5 or more (ideally 6+) to reduce stress and nipping.
- Diet: Omnivorous; accepts high-quality flakes, pellets, vegetables, and live or frozen foods like bloodworms and brine shrimp.
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