Five-banded Barb Desmopuntius pentazona
Water: Freshwater
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Overview
Scientific name
Desmopuntius pentazona
Origin region
Southeast Asia (Borneo)
Care level
Easy
Level in tank
Mid
Adult size (cm)
5.00
Minimum tank (L)
80
Temperament
Peaceful
Diet
Omnivore
Water parameters
Temperature (°C)
23.0–28.0
pH
5.50–7.00
GH (dGH)
2.0–10.0
KH (dKH)
1.0–5.0
Salinity (ppt)
0.00–1.00
Habitat & environment
Southeast Asia (Borneo)
Feeding
Omnivore
Temperament & behaviour
Peaceful
Breeding & care
Egg scatterer; dense planting or mops protect eggs and fry.
Notes
Often confused with Tiger Barb; five thinner bands and calmer nature.