The Black Ruby Barb is a peaceful school fish that should be kept in groups. When content in a stable environment they display magnificent colouration. They prefer a darker aquarium with subdued lighting or shady areas. They are sensitive to poor water quality or changes in water chemistry.
Species – Black Ruby Barb - Puntus Nigrofasciatus
Current Size – 2.5cm – 3cm
Adult Length – 6cm
Temperature Range – 20 - 26°C
pH Range – 5.5 – 7.5
Special Requirements - This is a schooling barb and should be kept in groups of 6 or more. They can be shy, especially if the aquarium is too light and open.
Tanks Mates and Compatibility – The black ruby barb makes a good tank mate for established community environments. They will nip at long-finned fish occasionally.
Ideal Number to Keep – They should be kept in a shoal of 6 or more.
Feeding – They are an omnivores and should be fed a good quality varied died that includes crushed flake and live or frozen food. They should also be offered spinach or green flake occasionally.
Please note – Some images used are library photos and will show the colour potential at a fully mature size, as our fish are juveniles they may vary.
We always aim to supply the fish as close to the purchase size as possible. On rare occasions if this is not possible we will contact you.
The fish are selected at random however you are welcome to make a note on the order and the fish manager will do his best for you, requests are dependent on stock at the time of your order.
