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Rosy Barb
BeginnerPethia conchonius
A medium barb whose males turn from silver to deep claret in breeding condition. Among the hardiest of the small cyprinids, it tolerates cool water and colours best in a group of eight or more as the males compete.
Difficulty
Beginner
Temperature
16〜24℃
Lifespan
5-8 years
Size
Up to 14cm TL
Diet
Dried, frozen and live foods
About
Pethia conchonius ranges from Afghanistan through Pakistan, India, Nepal and Bangladesh. FishBase records a maximum of 14cm TL, pH 6.0-8.0, 5-19 dH and 18-22C, and places it in lakes and fast-flowing hill streams. Seriously Fish gives 100mm SL, 16-24C, pH 6.0-8.0, 5-20 dGH and a 100 x 30cm base of about 90 litres. It is regarded as one of the hardiest barbs: normally silver, the male flushes deep claret in breeding condition while the slightly larger female becomes more luminous. Ornamental strains include long-finned, veil-tail, super red, neon and golden forms. Subtropical and tolerant of cool water, it shows best in a group of eight to ten as the males compete for attention. The IUCN rates it Least Concern and it is not listed by CITES.
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Lifespan of the Rosy Barb
The Rosy Barb lives 5-8 years.
Size of the Rosy Barb
The Rosy Barb grows to Up to 14cm TL.
Temperature & humidity for the Rosy Barb
The ideal temperature for the Rosy Barb is 16〜24℃.
Basic Info
Origin
South Asia (Afghanistan, Pakistan, India, Nepal and Bangladesh)
Lifespan
5-8 years
Size
Up to 14cm TL
Care Specifications
- pH
- 6–8
- Hardness (GH)
- 5–20 dGH
- Water Temp.
- 16–24℃
- Min. Tank
- 90 L
PeacefulGroupBreeding: Easy
Sources: FishBase / Seriously Fish
References & Sources
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Taxonomy & Authority
Regulations & Conservation Status
Not CITES-listedIUCN LC · Least Concern
Sources: CITES Appendices (species not listed) / IUCN Red List
Regulations may change. Always verify the latest information with the relevant authorities.
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