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Barb, also called Barbel, (genus Barbus),of numerous freshwater fishes belonging to a genus in the carp family, Cyprinidae. The barbs are native to Europe, Africa, and Asia. The members of this genus typically have one or more pairs of barbels (slender, fleshy protuberances) near the mouth and often have large, shining scales. The species vary widely in size; certain barbs are only about 2.5–5 cm (1–2 inches) long, while the mahseer (q.v.) of India may be 2 m (6.5 feet) long. Several species are listed as endangered in the Red Data Book.
The Eight-banded False Barb is a peaceful shoaling fish with a slightly timid nature. Ideal aquarium conditions include soft water, vegetation, shaded areas and peaceful tank mates. Avoiding bright lighting and providing a dark...
Common name: Green Tiger Barb, Sumatra Barb Scientific name: Puntius Tetrazona Average Adult Fish Size: 2.8 inches / 7 cm Place of Origin: Indonesia and Malaysia Typical Tank setup: A well planted aquarium with rock work and driftwood /...
Common name: Gold Tiger Barb, Sumatra BarbScientific name: Puntius Tetrazona Average Adult Fish Size: 2.8 inches / 7 cm Place of Origin: Indonesia and Malaysia Typical Tank setup: A well planted aquarium with rock work and driftwood / bogwood....
The clown barb is a typical medium sized barb with an active and peaceful nature. It is best kept in medium to large aquariums with plenty of open swimming spaces and hiding spots in...
The Golden Barb is a hardy and popular aquarium fish, almost always present in aquarium shops. Its bright colour and peaceful nature make it ideal for most community aquariums. The body of these fish...
Abramites hypselonotus, also called the marbled headstander or the high-backed headstander, is a member of the family Anostomidae of the order Characiformes. Under normal fish classifying rules you would gather from its upturned mouth...
A very popular community fish, Cherry Barbs are native to Sri Lanka. Best kept in a planted aquarium with other peaceful species such as tetras. Males develop a rich cherry red colour soon after...
Opsarius pulchellus (SMITH, 1931) Synonyms Barilius pulchellus Smith, 1931; Barilius buddhae Fowler, 1934; Barilius pellegriniFang, 1938; Paradaniops macropterus Nguyen & Doan, 1967; Daniops nammuensisNguyen & Doan, 1969 Etymology Opsarius: apparently from an Ancient Greek word meaning ‘small fish’....
The Tinfoil barb (Barbonymus schwanenfeldii) is a tropical Southeast Asian freshwater fish of the familyCyprinidae. This species was originally described as Barbus schwanenfeldii by Pieter Bleeker in 1853, and has also been placed in...
Puntius titteya DERANIYAGALA, 1929 Barbus titteya (Deraniyagala, 1929); Capoeta titteya (Deraniyagala, 1929) Etymology Puntius: from the Bengali pungti, a vernacular term for small cyprinids. titteya: appears to follow a local vernacular name for the fish. Classification...
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