Puntius nigrofasciatus (Red head beardbus, bearded nigor)

Trapu body, no barbilons, has three or four transverse black bands extending from back to the stomach. Its maintenance is without difficulty, be careful not to put it with calm species (gourami ....) it is a live fish .

The Nigrofasciatus Punius, commonly known as a black beard tetra or a black beard tetra fish, is a freshwater fish from Southeast Asia. He is characterized by a black band that crosses his body just below his head, giving him the appearance of having a black "beard". The rest of his body is generally silver in color with golden reflections. Nigrofasciatus Puntius fins are transparent with black edges.

This fish is small, generally measuring between 5 and 6 centimeters in length. It is therefore perfect for small to medium -sized aquariums. Pintius nigrofasciatus is a very active fish that likes to swim and move throughout the aquarium. It is also known to be very sociable and likes to live in a group, which makes it an excellent option for community aquariums.

Pintius nigrofasciatus is an omnivorous fish that feeds mainly on living or frozen food, such as artemias, daphnia and mysis. He also appreciates foods in flakes or pellets designed for freshwater fish. It is important to offer it a balanced diet to maintain your health and vitality.

Regarding reproduction, the nigrofasciatus Puntius is a male fish fish. This means that only males have bright colors and colorful fins, while females have a duller appearance and smaller fins. Reproduction can be a little difficult for beginners, because it requires an aquarium specially designed for reproduction and careful monitoring of water parameters. If you manage to reproduce the Nigrofasciatus Puntius, you can expect to see hundreds of small fish.

In general, the Nigrofasciatus Putius is a robust and easy -to -maintain fish, making it an excellent choice for beginner and experienced aquariophiles. Its beauty and sociable behavior make it a fascinating and attractive addition to any community aquarium.