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Golden Barb - Puntius gelius

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    Golden Barb - Puntius gelius

    GOLDEN BARB~PUNTIUS GELIUS

    Origins:Asia, where it has been recorded in central, eastern, and northeastern parts of India.

    Size: 1 & 1/2"

    Diet:Flake and small livefoods, some plant matter.

    Water:Temperature 64-72;soft (50 mg/l) and acidic to neutral (pH 6.5-7.0)

    Temperament:Peaceful.

    These barbs can be recognized easily by their small size and mottled body, with darker markings often extending onto the leading edge of the dorsal fin.

    They are highly social fish, and should be kept in groups, with the males identifiable by their brighter coloration.

    The breeding habits are unusual, because females deposit their eggs on the undersides of the leaves of aquarium plants, with Ludwigia being favored for this purpose.

    Note>Tall dorsal fin
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    MOD_Dawn, Jul 12, 2009
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