Snakeskin Barb
Desmopuntius rhomboocellatus
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pH
5.5–7
Temperature
23–27 °C
Max size
6 cm
Min tank
90 L
Where to buy
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Avg. price
R85
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Overview
What to know before you buy.
A blackwater barb patterned with vertical rings rather than the usual bars. Retiring by nature; wants soft acidic water, leaf litter and a group before it will come into the open.
Care guide
Keeping Snakeskin Barb healthy in a South African setup.
Tank setup
A minimum 90L aquarium suits Snakeskin Barb. Provide hiding spots and stable, well-filtered water; it suits a community setup.
Water parameters
Keep pH 5.5–7 and 23–27°C. Stable parameters matter more than chasing perfect numbers; acclimate new arrivals slowly.
Feeding
Omnivore — micro foods, frozen. Feed small amounts it clears in a couple of minutes, and vary the diet.
Behaviour
Peaceful, shy shoaler. Watch it at feeding time and at lights-out to see its real temperament in your tank.
Tankmates
Choose tankmates of similar size and temperament with the same water needs. Avoid fin-nippers and anything large enough to eat it.
Breeding
Breeding success with Snakeskin Barb depends on the line and water chemistry; ask your shop about proven pairs.
Settling this fish in?
Condition the tap water, seed the filter, test through the first weeks — most early losses trace back to one of those.
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