Odessa Barb Pethia padamya 8-Pack
Pethia padamya
Origin: Irrawaddy River, Myanmar
Water Parameters
Quick Stats
- Max Size
- 7 cm
- Min Tank
- 80 L
- Lifespan
- 4-6
- Swimming Level
- Mid
- Schooling
- Yes (8–20+)
- Diet
- Omnivore – flake, small pellets, frozen daphnia
- Temperament
- Peaceful; mild occasional fin-nipping
About
Pethia padamya, the Odessa Barb, is a spectacularly colourful barb from Myanmar. Males display a vivid red-orange lateral stripe on a silvery body with black lateral spots, resembling a fish wearing lipstick. One of the most attractive medium barbs available. Peaceful, hardy, and suitable for community tanks. Pack of 8.
Care Guide
Keep in groups of 8+ in 80 L or more. Feed quality flake, small pellets, and frozen daphnia/bloodworm. Less nippy than Tiger Barbs. Suitable with most community fish but may occasionally nip very long-finned species. Prefers well-oxygenated water and moderate flow. Colors most vivid in well-planted tanks.
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