Barbus arulius (Three -band bearded)

Le Barbus Arulius is a freshwater fish belonging to the Cyprinidae family. It is also known as bearded arulius, bearded callipterus, bearded regius, bearded siamensis, bearded spinidens, bearded undulatus and barbus variegatus.

Le Barbus Arulius is from Southeast Asia, where he lives in rivers, lakes and canals. It is an omnivorous fish that feeds mainly on insects, crustaceans and plants.

Le Barbus Arulius is a medium -sized fish, generally measuring between 8 and 10 centimeters in length, although some specimens can reach up to 15 centimeters. It has an elongated and slender body, with a wide head and a narrow mouth. Its color varies from gray to brown, with longitudinal stripes on the back and flanks.

Le Barbus Arulius is a peaceful and sociable fish that can live in a group with other species of fish. It is often used in aquarophilia because of its beauty and easy adaptability. However, it is important to provide an aquarium large enough to accommodate several individuals and to maintain a good balance between fish and plants.

In conclusion, Le Barbus Arulius is a fascinating and attractive freshwater fish that can be easily kept in aquarium. Its size and peaceful behavior make it an excellent option for beginner or experienced aquariophiles.

The male's dorsal fin has an extension, a characteristic that females do not have.

It is a fish that is not very fertile in aquarium, but a temperature of 27 ° C is ideal for a climate of reproduction. Insert the female, and two days later, the male. The male will choose a place for the female where to lay the eggs, generally near rocks or foliage. Afterwards, it is imperative to remove the parents. 30 hours later, the eggs hatch. Leave the aquarium without light until the fry appear. The frying bags of the fry guarantee their food for 24 hours. Inquiry, they will have to be nourished with artemias, and dry food for fry.