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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.

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Created: 2025-08-31 23:46:09
Updated: 2025-08-31 23:46:09
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