(Puntius semifasciolatus) Schuberti barb
Common Name: Schuberti barb

Scientific name: Puntius semifasciolatus

Max Size: Male: 8cm (3") Female: 8cm (3")

Origin: South Asia

Min Tank Size: 10 Gallon

Compatibility: community

Temperature: 18 – 24°C (64 – 75°F)

Water chemistry: PH 6.0 - 8.0, dGH 5 – 19

Diet: Omnivore

Care level: Easy

COMMENTS
The Schuberti Barb is an active, peaceful schooling species. It has a golden yellow colour with faint green marks on the flanks. They prefer a well planted tank with floating plants for cover.
BREEDING
Schuberti Barbs are egg scatters. They lay their egg's in the subtrate. The Schuberti Barbs should be removed from the aquarium after spawning to prevent them eating the egg's.