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Puntigrus partipentazona 'Five-Banded Barb'
Puntigrus partipentazona
Origin: Thailand, Malaysia
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Water Parameters
Temperature23–27 °C
15 °C35 °C
pH6–7.5
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GH (Hardness)2–10 °dGH
0 °dGH30 °dGH
KH (Alkalinity)1–6 °dKH
0 °dKH20 °dKH
Quick Stats
- Max Size
- 5.5 cm
- Min Tank
- 60 L
- Lifespan
- 4-5
- Swimming Level
- middle
- Schooling
- Yes (6–12+)
- Diet
- omnivore
- Temperament
- peaceful in schools
About
Puntigrus partipentazona (Five-Banded Barb) is a slender, elegantly patterned barb with five distinct black bands and a reddish-gold sheen. Smaller and more refined than the Tiger Barb, ideal for planted community tanks.
Care Guide
School of 6+. Soft, slightly acidic water. Temperature 23–27°C, pH 6.0–7.5. Feed Artemia, micro-worms, small flakes. Peaceful with similarly-sized fish.
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