Introduction
The background color of this barb is a golden brown-pink leading to silver on the belly.Several equally spaced dark blotches appear in the flanks.Females are deeper bodied.
Common Name
Clown barb
Species
Barbus everetti
Habitat
Streams and rivers in southern India and Srilanka
Maximum Size
In the wild these fish can reach up to 6 inches (15 cm), but in captivity they generally only get about 4 inches to 5 inches.
Minimum Tank Size
It requires an aquarium measuring at least 80 com / 32 inches with a capacity of 114 L / 30 gallons or more.
Diet
It will accept most food including flake food.
Water Temperature
Temperature 26-29°C / 79-84°F
pH
6.0 to 7.0
Hardness
2 - 10°H
Remark
This fish is a prolific breeder that can withstand temperature as low as 59°F(15°C)
The background color of this barb is a golden brown-pink leading to silver on the belly.Several equally spaced dark blotches appear in the flanks.Females are deeper bodied.
Common Name
Clown barb
Species
Barbus everetti
Habitat
Streams and rivers in southern India and Srilanka
Maximum Size
In the wild these fish can reach up to 6 inches (15 cm), but in captivity they generally only get about 4 inches to 5 inches.
Minimum Tank Size
It requires an aquarium measuring at least 80 com / 32 inches with a capacity of 114 L / 30 gallons or more.
Diet
It will accept most food including flake food.
Water Temperature
Temperature 26-29°C / 79-84°F
pH
6.0 to 7.0
Hardness
2 - 10°H
Remark
This fish is a prolific breeder that can withstand temperature as low as 59°F(15°C)
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