Introduction
Five prominent, vertical dark bands cross the body of this subspecies.The first passes through the eye, not quite meeting at the ventral surface.Most fins have red shading, usually at the base; this is less evident in the caudal fin and on this juvenile.Females are plumper and less intensely colored.
Common Name
Pentazona barb, Five Banded barb
Species
Barbus pentazona joharensis
Habitat
Streams in Borneo,Malaysia and Sumatra.
Maximum Size
About 2"/5cm.
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
There are several other subspecies of Barbus pentazona , which can be identified by differences in the bands.
Five prominent, vertical dark bands cross the body of this subspecies.The first passes through the eye, not quite meeting at the ventral surface.Most fins have red shading, usually at the base; this is less evident in the caudal fin and on this juvenile.Females are plumper and less intensely colored.
Common Name
Pentazona barb, Five Banded barb
Species
Barbus pentazona joharensis
Habitat
Streams in Borneo,Malaysia and Sumatra.
Maximum Size
About 2"/5cm.
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
There are several other subspecies of Barbus pentazona , which can be identified by differences in the bands.
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