Introduction
The shape of the Banded Barb is typical of the genus.An olive green dorsal surface shades down to a greenish silver belly.Large scales may show iridescences under favorable lighting conditions.A dark spot appear on the base of the caudal peduncle.All fins are faintly greenish yellow, but the dorsal fin has an oblique black band passing through it from which the common name is derived.
Common Name
Puntius vittatus, Banded barb, Barbus vittatus,
Species
Barbus vittatus
Habitat
Streams and rivers throughout India and Sri Lanka.
Maximum Size
About 2"/6cm.
Minimum Tank Size
A 24" x 15" x 12"/60cm x 37.5cm x 30cm/27 litre tank is ideal for a small group of these.Planted tank with plenty of cover for this timid shoaling species. Avoid overly bright lighting, or provide shade.
Diet
It is Omnivorous.A varied diet will ensure the fish develop the best colors and condition.
Water Temperature
72 - 78°F/22 - 26°C
pH
5.0 - 7.0
Hardness
5 - 12°H
Remark
This species is not common, as the aquarium market tends to favor more colorful barbs.
The shape of the Banded Barb is typical of the genus.An olive green dorsal surface shades down to a greenish silver belly.Large scales may show iridescences under favorable lighting conditions.A dark spot appear on the base of the caudal peduncle.All fins are faintly greenish yellow, but the dorsal fin has an oblique black band passing through it from which the common name is derived.
Common Name
Puntius vittatus, Banded barb, Barbus vittatus,
Species
Barbus vittatus
Habitat
Streams and rivers throughout India and Sri Lanka.
Maximum Size
About 2"/6cm.
Minimum Tank Size
A 24" x 15" x 12"/60cm x 37.5cm x 30cm/27 litre tank is ideal for a small group of these.Planted tank with plenty of cover for this timid shoaling species. Avoid overly bright lighting, or provide shade.
Diet
It is Omnivorous.A varied diet will ensure the fish develop the best colors and condition.
Water Temperature
72 - 78°F/22 - 26°C
pH
5.0 - 7.0
Hardness
5 - 12°H
Remark
This species is not common, as the aquarium market tends to favor more colorful barbs.
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