Barbus oligolepis (Checkered beard)

The bearded oligolepis fish is a freshwater fish from rivers and West African lakes. It measures approximately 8 to 10 centimeters long and has a gray-greenish color with dark strips along the body. His head is wide and rounded, and his eyes are large and sunk into the skull.

Le Barbus Oligolepis is a gregarious fish, that is to say that it tends to live in a group. It needs clear and oxygenated water to survive and feeds mainly on plants and invertebrates. Le Barbus Oligolepis is a calm and harmless fish, making it a popular choice for domestic aquariums.

This fish is threatened in its natural habitat due to water pollution and the destruction of its habitat. Many conservation projects are underway to protect this species, in particular by encouraging the reproduction in captivity.

Due to its small size and its peaceful arrangement, Le Barbus Oligolepis is an ideal choice for beginners aquariophiles. It is a robust and easy to maintain fish, which can live up to five years in a well -equipped aquarium. It is important to provide the fish with adequate habitat, with sufficient space to swim and adequate filtration to maintain clean water. The bearded oligolepis needs a varied diet to stay healthy, including living, frozen and dry foods.

The males are smaller with orange fins bordered with black.

To make his court, the male becomes much brighter. The nuptial parade is often violent. Ponte tank between 40 and 50 liters well planted. Fresh water (5 to 10 ° T.H. and T.A.C. very low), temperature mounted at 27-28 ° C. 150 to 200 eggs, expelled in full vegetation, hatch after about 60 hours. The breeders must be removed at the end of the laying that lasts about an hour. First food: End Plankton de Mare then artemias nauplies.