Golden barb


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Golden barb

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Common name Golden barb

Photo taken at Wharf Aquatics
© Sean Evans
Scientific name Puntius semifasciolatus
Synonyms Schubert's barb, Green/Half-striped barb, Barbus/Capoeta semifasciolatus (not valid)
Size Up to 4", but ususally smaller
Origin Asia, but the golden variety is not found in the wild.
Tank setup Planted tank with some swimming space for this active shoaler
Compatibility Community tank
Temperature 18-24oC (64-75oF)
Water chemistry Not too critical, but soft and slightly acidic preferred.
Feeding Omnivorous, most foods accepted
Sexing
Breeding An egg scatterer, which is likely to eat many of its own eggs.
Spawning usually occurs in the morning. Eggs hatch in 1-2 days.
Comments This is a hardy and active fish, ideal for the general community aquarium.