The Melon Barb is a peaceful school fish that should be kept in groups. Generally, very peaceful making it an ideal resident of the well-researched community aquarium, but may outcompete slower-moving or more timid fishes as it’s a somewhat vigorous feeder.
Species – Melon Barb - Haludaria fasciata
Current Size – 2cm –3cm
Adult Length – 7cm
Temperature Range – 22 - 26°C
pH Range – 6.0 – 6.5
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 – Since it places no special demands in terms of water chemistry it can be combined with many of the most popular fish in the hobby though, including other small cyprinids as well as tetras, livebearers, rainbowfishes, certain anabantoids, catfishes, and loaches.
Ideal Number to Keep – This is a schooling barb and should be kept in groups 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.
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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.
