Our Guide To Keeping Five-banded Barb Fish
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About Fish Species:
- Scientific name: Desmopuntius pentazona
- Common name: Five-banded Barb
- Family: Cyprinidae
- Origin: Southeast Asia
- Adult length: 5 cm
- Lifespan: 4 to 6 years
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Tank Setup:
- Five-banded Barbs require a tank with plenty of swimming space. A minimum tank size of 75L is recommended for a small group of these fish.
- Provide ample hiding places and areas with plants to mimic their natural habitat. They appreciate plants like Java Moss, Water Wisteria, and Vallisneria.
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Water Parameters:
- Five-banded Barbs thrive in slightly acidic to neutral water conditions with a pH range of 6.5 to 7.5.
- Keep the water temperature between 22 to 26°C (72 to 79°F).
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Filtration and Water Flow:
- A moderate water flow is suitable for these fish, so choose a filter that provides gentle to moderate flow.
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Diet:
- Five-banded Barbs are omnivores and will accept a variety of foods. Offer them a balanced diet consisting of high-quality flake or pellet food as a staple.
- Supplement their diet with live or frozen foods like bloodworms, brine shrimp, and small insects to provide essential nutrients and mimic their natural diet.
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Tank mates:
- Five-banded Barbs are peaceful community fish and should be kept in groups of at least six individuals to prevent stress and encourage their natural behaviors.
- They are compatible with other peaceful fish species such as tetras, rasboras, danios, and peaceful barbs.
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Behavior and Compatibility:
- Five-banded Barbs are active swimmers and display shoaling behavior, so they feel more secure and exhibit their best colors when kept in a group.
- Avoid keeping them with aggressive or territorial fish species that may bully or harm them.
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