Barbus tetrazona vert (Green Sumatra)

Adult size6 cm
Temperature23 - 28 °C
pH6.4 - 7.5

Description

Le Barbus Tetrazona Vert is a tropical fish commonly known as "Titra with striped fins" due to its dorsal and anal racks of green color. It belongs to the Cyprinidae family, which also includes species of catfish and carp.

Le Barbus Tetrazona Green measures about 3.5 centimeters in length and has a general green color with black vertical stripes on the back and anal fins. He has a forked tail and thick lips. Le Barbus Tetrazona Vert is a freshwater fish, which is mainly found in the rivers and lakes of Southeast Asia.

Le Barbus Tetrazona Vert is a sociable fish and can be kept in a group in a community aquarium. They need sufficient space to swim and good filtration of water to maintain a healthy environment. They are generally peaceful and get along well with other species of non -aggressive fish.

Le Barbus Tetrazona Green is omnivorous and feeds mainly on fish pellets, food flakes and living food such as artemias and daphnia. They can also benefit from a varied diet, with raw vegetables and lettuce leaves.

In captivity, Le Barbus Tetrazona Green can live up to 5 years with appropriate care.

Origin

Characteristics

  • Adult size6 cm
  • BehaviourPleasant
  • FoodOmnivorous

Water parameters

  • Water typeFreshwater, hot
  • Temperature23 - 28 °C
  • pH6.4 - 7.5

Data to check

Some historical parameters still need checking before choosing this species: Minimum aquarium capacity (in liters).

Dimorphism

The male is slightly finer and smaller than the female. During romantic parades we observe the appearance of red color on the fins and below the eyes only in the male. The male is always the superior hierarchical so it is always a male who pursues the other bearded people of the bench

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