| Common name(s) | Red Line Torpedo barb, Denison barb, Red Line Barb, Red Comet barb |
Photo taken at Wharf Aquatics
© Sean Evans |
| Scientific name | Puntius denisonii |
| Synonyms | Barbus, Crossocheilus, Labeo denisonii (not valid) |
| Size | 6" (15cm) |
| Origin | India |
| Tank setup | Larger tank (3ft/90cm plus) with plenty of swimming space, use robust plants. Keep water well oxygenated with a good flow rate. |
| Compatibility | Keep with other lively community species, such as other medium-sized barbs and rainbowfish. |
| Temperature | 18-25oC (64-77oF) |
| Water chemistry | Fairly soft to slightly hard, around neutral (pH 6.5-7.5) |
| Feeding | Omnivorous, most foods accepted. Soft-leaved plants are likely to be eaten. |
| Sexing | Unknown |
| Breeding | Not yet achieved in captivity. |
| Comments |
A very striking barb species, which is now becoming more available in the aquarium trade, although
it is considered endangered in the wild.
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