Introduction
The scales of this juvenile are dotted with a reddish brown mark, giving a stripped appearance , with a dark spot occurs on the caudal peduncle.Adult fish are plain gray-green. The mouth has lips fringed with pimpy growths, and the lower jaw forms a scraper for algae.All fins contain yellow and red.
Common Name
Hasselt's Bony Lipped Barb, Terbul.
Species
Osteocheilus hasselti.
Habitat
Streams and rivers of Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand and the Sunda Island
Maximum Size
About 12"/30cm.
Minimum Tank Size
70-100 gallons minimum.
Diet
They are Omnivorous , so can eat most of the foods.Frozen flakes and live foods.A varied diet will ensure the fish develop the best colors and condition.
Water Temperature
22 - 28°C
pH
6.0 - 7.5
Hardness
4- 15°H
Remark
This fish is very active when young ,but like the Black Shark it grows large quickly and requires a great deal of space.
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