Rosy Barb


Barbus (Puntius) conchonius
Rosy Barb
Habitat:
Northeastern India
Length:
75 mm (3 in.)
Diet:
Prepared foods
Sex difference:
Males have more color to the fins, and at breeding time turn a deep rosy red.
Compatibility:
Peaceful
Breeding:
Egg scatterer
Tank conditions:
pH 7.0; Hardness 6; Temp 77ºF; Size 20 gal
Comments
A good beginner fish. The rosy red breeding male is a sight to behold.