Ruby Barb
Full Ruby Barb Profile
- Scientific Name:Puntius nigrofasciatus
- Synonym:Barbus nigrofasciatus
- Common Names: Black-Ruby Barb, Purple-Headed Barb, Ruby Barb
- Family: Cyprinidae
- Origin: Mountain streams in Sri Lanka
- Adult Size: 2.5 inches (6.5 cm)
- Social: Peaceful Schooling Fish/Community Fish
- Lifespan: 5 years
- Tank Level: Mid dweller
- Minimum Tank Size: 20 gallons
- Diet: Omnivorous
- Breeding: Egg Scatterer
- Care: Easy
- pH: 6.0-6.5
- Hardness: 5-12 dGH
- Temperature: 72-79 F (232-26 C)
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