Arulius Barb Puntius arulius
Water: Freshwater
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Overview
Scientific name
Puntius arulius
Origin region
South India
Care level
Easy
Level in tank
Mid
Adult size (cm)
12.00
Minimum tank (L)
200
Temperament
Peaceful
Diet
Omnivore
Water parameters
Temperature (°C)
22.0–27.0
pH
6.00–7.50
GH (dGH)
5.0–15.0
KH (dKH)
2.0–8.0
Salinity (ppt)
0.00–1.00
Habitat & environment
South India
Feeding
Omnivore
Temperament & behaviour
Peaceful
Breeding & care
Egg scatterer; plant-spawning, remove adults post-spawn.
Notes
Sturdy, attractive barb that grows larger than common community barbs.