Pentazona Barb.

Common Name: Pentazona barb, Five Banded barb

Scientific Name: Barbus pentazona

Family: Cyprinidae

Maximum Size: 5cm (2")

Sociability: Mid level water dweller, schoaling fish which prefers a minimum group of 5 or more. Very peaceful community fish.

Minimum Tank size: small to mid sized planted community tanks are ideal for a small group, I would suggest 15 gallon+.

ph: 6.5-7

Temperature: 23-29 degrees C (74-84 degrees F)

Sexing: Female is much larger and rounder than the male. Male is generally smaller than females and more vibrant colour. Male has fin tips which are more red.

Care Level: Easy for Beginers.

Care: Requires good plant cover as this fish can be a little timmid but still open areas to school. Avoid overly bright lighting or provide good shaded areas.

Aquarium: Good for medium planted community type aquariums with rocks or wood. Prefers groups larger than 5. A heavily planted, dimly lit or well shaded aquarium provides this fish with the best environment. Provide ample swimming space.

Feeding: Omnivorous. Will take live, frozen or flake foods.

Pic of my own Pentazonas:



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Another pic, 3 females (left) and 2 males (right). You can see the red fins of the males nicely