Barbus melanympyx (Bearded melarympyx)

The bearded melarympyx fish is a freshwater fish from the cyprinid family. He is from rivers and lakes from West Africa. It measures about 10 centimeters long and has an elongated shape with a slightly rounded belly. Its color varies from gray to dark brown with lighter spots on the back and sides.

Le Barbus Melanympyx is a gregarious fish, which means that it lives in groups with other individuals of its species. He has peaceful behavior and spends most of his time swimming on the surface or near the shallow waters. It feeds mainly on aquatic plants and insects.

Le Barbus Melanympyx is an easy -to -raise a fish in aquarium, but it needs a space large enough to be able to swim freely. It is also important to maintain a sufficient level of oxygen in water and regularly clean the aquarium to avoid the proliferation of harmful bacteria.

Le Barbus Melanympyx reproduces during the Frai period, which generally takes place at the end of summer or at the beginning of autumn. The female lays her eggs on the aquatic plant leaves or on the submerged stones, and the male protects eggs until they hatch.