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Checkerboard Barb
Puntius oligolepis
Grows to: 2"
Hobbyist Level: A hardy and lively fish suitable for
beginners.
How Many? They are a schooling
fish that should be be purchased in groups of 4 or more. Six or more
is best.
Housing: Provide plenty of swimming room
as well as some bushy plants for hiding. They look best with a dark
substrate. They swim in the mid region of the tank.
They enjoy a moderate water current. Minimum tank size is about 10
gallons. (Temperature- 68-79), (pH 6.0-7.2)
Tank mates: They are
active fish that should be kept with other active fish of similar size.
Feeding: They will
accept a variety of foods. Feed flakes, along with brine shrimp and frozen
foods. Checkerboard barbs will show their best color after you have owned
them for a few
months and have given them a good diet. They are an omnivore.
Natural Habitat: Sumatra & Indonesia. Fish
sold at Elmer's are domestically raised.
Males and Females: Males have red fins with
black tips.
See also:
Barbs
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