Species Profile
Five-Banded Barb
Desmopuntius pentazona
Barbspeaceful
Adult size
2″
Minimum tank
20 gal
Temperature
72–81°F
pH
5–6.5
Schooling
Group of 6+
Water level
mid
Diet
Flake, micro pellets, frozen
Notes
Gold body with five vertical black bands. Prefers soft acidic water.
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