Scientific name:

Barbus titteya

Common name:

Cherry barb

Sexing:

Males are more brightly coloured

Habitat:

Sri Lanka

Food:

Flakes and small live foods

Care and maintenance:

A densely planted tank with a dark substrate, some floating plants and some swimming room, a timid gentle peaceful fish that does well with species of similar nature as tank mates.

Water conditions:

To 18° dGH, pH 6.5-7.5

Temperature:

23°-26°c, 73°-79°F

Size:

2” (50mm)

Tank size:

24” (61cm)