Filament Barb Dawkinsia filamentosa
Water: Freshwater
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Overview
Scientific name
Dawkinsia filamentosa
Origin region
South India and Sri Lanka
Care level
Easy
Level in tank
Mid
Adult size (cm)
13.00
Minimum tank (L)
200
Temperament
Peaceful
Diet
Omnivore
Water parameters
Temperature (°C)
22.0–28.0
pH
6.00–7.50
GH (dGH)
5.0–18.0
KH (dKH)
2.0–8.0
Salinity (ppt)
0.00–1.00
Habitat & environment
South India and Sri Lanka
Feeding
Omnivore
Temperament & behaviour
Peaceful
Breeding & care
Egg scatterer. Prefers flow and open swimming space.
Notes
Graceful riverine species. Males show filamentous fin extensions.