Barbus tetrazona (Sumatra bearded)

Le Barbus Tetrazona is a freshwater fish commonly called "zebra tetra". He is from Southeast Asia, where he lives in rivers and ponds. Le Barbus Tetrazona has an elongated body and compressed laterally, with black and white vertical stripes which give it its name. The basic color of this fish is generally gray-brown, with transparent fins and red spots on the head. Le Barbus Tetrazona is a gregarious and social fish, which means that it prefers to live in a group with other fish from its species.

Le Barbus Tetrazona generally measures between 3 and 5 centimeters long, although some specimens can reach up to 8 centimeters in length. It is a relatively calm and peaceful fish, making it an excellent choice for community aquariums. However, it can be territorial towards other species of fish, and it is recommended to provide it with enough space to swim and offer it hiding places to hide.

Le Barbus Tetrazona is an omnivorous fish that feeds on various foods, including fish pellets, living foods and frozen foods. It is important to offer him a balanced diet to ensure good health and good development. Le Barbus Tetrazona needs a medium -sized aquarium, at least 20 liters, with good filtration and a low nitrate rate.

Not very apparent, if not the plump abdomen in the female, and the coloring in principle more lively in the male.

The water must be older, have a pH of 6.8 and be quite soft. At the end of the laying, obscure the tank.