Denisoni Barbs
Barbus denisonii average adult fish size.
Denisoni barbs. The denison barb denison s barb miss kerala red line torpedo barb or roseline shark sahyadria denisonii is an endangered species of cyprinid fish endemic to the fast flowing hill streams and rivers of the western ghats in india. As a result it is now on the endangered list. 4 inches 10 cm place of origin.
A well planted aquarium with rock work and driftwood bogwood. Matt clarke explains how to keep it. The denison barb is a beautiful looking very active fish that makes an excellent addition to any tank.
The coloration of this fish is silver in color with a black line running the length of its body and a red stripe across its eyes. Puntius denisonii is one of the fishes that are getting popular with surprisingly high rate. Pet collection caused it to become endangered and is its single major threat.
Another variant of this fish called grey and gold denison barb is critically endangered. Denison barb red line torpedo barb rose line shark scientific name. Its sudden popularity however led to over harvesting.
In the wild denisons can be found in highly oxygenated water that s heavily vegetated and rocky. Naturally the denisoni barb is a very active fish and is tolerant of slightly cooler water temperatures 60 to 77 degrees fahrenheit. The denison barb also known as the red lined torpedo barb or the rose line shark is a longer fish when compared to the other barbs.
It also has a red edge on its dorsal fin and yellow and. Plants will give the weaker individuals a place to hide until the pecking order of the school is established. The denisoni barb is from the fast moving mountainous streams of india.
However due to its immense size a large aquarium is recommended. These fish are best maintained in large groups. Puntius barbus denisonii has become incredibly popular during the past year.
Denison barb water requirements. Denison barb red lined torpedo barb denison s flying fox rose line shark miss kerala red line torpedo barb chorai kanni denisoni barb bleeding eye barb indian flasher barb scientific name. Recreating the water conditions that are favorable for this fish is not difficult but be advised that a large tank is a must.
This india born fish has become rather renowned species due to its appealing look and interesting behavior. The denison barb has a long torpedo shaped body and is typically silver in colour with a yellowy gold tint that appears once. India typical tank setup.
The denison barb is a handsome active fish hailing from southern india.
