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Pentazona Barb Desmopuntius pentazona 6-Pack
Desmopuntius pentazona
Origin: Borneo
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Water Parameters
Temperature23–27 °C
15 °C35 °C
pH6–7
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GH (Hardness)1–8 °dGH
0 °dGH30 °dGH
KH (Alkalinity)0–4 °dKH
0 °dKH20 °dKH
Quick Stats
- Max Size
- 5 cm
- Min Tank
- 60 L
- Lifespan
- 4–6
- Swimming Level
- middle
- Schooling
- Yes (8–20+)
- Diet
- omnivore
- Temperament
- Peaceful; good with shrimp
About
Desmopuntius pentazona (Fiveband Barb) is a beautiful small barb from Borneo featuring five bold vertical black bands on a golden-orange body. Ideal for blackwater or pH-neutral planted tanks.
Care Guide
pH 6.0–7.0, temp 23–27°C, soft water preferred. Groups of 8+. Safe with shrimp. Feed flakes, micro-pellets, Daphnia.
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