Scientific Name: Barbus denisonii

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Approximate purchase size : 6 - 8cm
All Pond Solutions will always endeavour to supply as close to the approximate size range as possible. Due to variations from suppliers on rare occasions this may not always be possible. Images used are to show the full potential of the fish when fully mature and are not always representative of juvenile specimens.

How easy are they to care for?
Denisons Barbs require good water quality to flourish, and as such have a moderate care requirement.

How large can they grow?
12cm

Where in the world are they from?
The fish are native to the southern backwaters of Kerala, India.

What is the ideal number to keep together?
Ideally kept in shoals of 4-6 or more.

What water conditions do they require?
Good water quality from frequent water changes is essential to help them thrive, but will happily live in 24-28 and a pH range of 6.5 - 7.8

What should you feed them?
Will happily accept a range of Frozen, Flake and Live foods. Foods that promote red colouration will improve the quality of their pronounced red line.

How compatible are they with other fish?
Although generally perceived as quite peaceful with like sized species it is not recommended with small fish such as Mosquito Rasbora or Gold Tetra.

Can they be bred in captivity?
It is very unlikely to see these breed without special attention in captivity.