A good environment
- Recommended temperature
- 18 ~ 23°C
- Recommended pH
- 6.3 ~ 7.8
- Preferred water hardness
- Medium hardness
- Minimum aquarium
- 90L or more
A beginner-friendly fish guide
Rosy Barb
Rosy Barb
Pethia conchonius
Gentle temperament; shoaling fish. Check the planner before choosing tank mates.
Beginner level 4/5
Temperament & group size
Gentle temperament; Shoaling fish.
For a comfortable group, keep at least 8.
Usually swims in the middle.
Tank-mate notes
Adult shrimp may be attacked; take care with shrimp tank mates.
Baby shrimp may be eaten. A separate breeding tank is safer.
Check each combination carefully, especially when size or temperament differs.