The Rosy Barb is an active fish with a peaceful temperament and bright metallic colouration.
Species – Rosy Barb - Puntius Conchonius
Current Size – 4-5cm
Adult Length – 7cm
Temperature Range – 22 - 26°C
pH Range – 6.0 – 8.0
Special Requirements - Should be kept in a shoal of 6 or more. If kept in small numbers, their fin nipping behaviour can become evident.
Tanks Mates and Compatibility – They are generally a community fish, especially if kept in a shoal. Avoid long finned tank mates as they may be tempted to nip! Fish including Swordtails, Gouramis, Angels, Knifefish, Ropefish, Paradise fish, Danios, Tetras, many American Cichlids and other Barbs make suitable tankmates.
Ideal Number to Keep – This fish enjoys company and if it’s in a school of 6 or so, it won’t usually bother its tank mates.
Feeding – They are an omnivores and should be fed a good quality varied died that includes crushed flake and live or frozen food as well as vegetable matter.
Please note – Some images used are library photos and will show the colour potential at a fully mature size, as our fish are juveniles they may vary.
We always aim to supply the fish as close to the purchase size as possible. On rare occasions if this is not possible we will contact you.
The fish are selected at random however you are welcome to make a note on the order and the fish manager will do his best for you, requests are dependent on stock at the time of your order.
