Barbus gelius (Bearded)

Le Barbus Gelius is a freshwater fish belonging to the Cyprinidae family. He is from rivers and West African lakes, notably Ghana, Niger and Chad. This fish is commonly called "Ghana barbeau" because of its geographical distribution.

Le Barbus Gelius is a small fish, generally measuring between 8 and 10 centimeters in length. It has a laterally elongated and compressed shape, with a wide head and a pointed muzzle. Its color varies from dark gray to dark brown, with lighter vertical stripes along its body.

Le Barbus Gelius is a gregarious fish that likes to live in a group. It feeds mainly on small crustaceans and insects, which he hunts on the surface or by searching the bottom of the water. Le Barbus Gelius is a peaceful fish that gets along well with other species of fish, but it can become aggressive towards its congeners if it is in competition for food or vital space.

Le Barbus Gelius is an easy to raise in aquarium, but it needs enough space to swim and a filter to maintain clean water. It is important to vary your diet to give it a balanced diet, by offering it pellets, frozen shrimp or living food.