Odessa barb

Description

Odessa Barbs (Pethia padamya) are a freshwater fish that comes from Southeast Asia. The waters where they originate are rich in vegetation and slightly acidic. They also have a moderate current which these fish can navigate with ease.This is a shoaling species that will spend most of their time in a group.

Scientific name                   :           Pethia padamya

Common names                :            Odessa Barb, Scarlet Barb

Place of Origin                   :            Myanmar

Size                                       :            7 Cm

Life expectancy                 :            3 to 5 years

Diet                                         :             Omnivore

Temperament                    :             Peaceful

MiniMinimum tank size    :            20 gallons

Temperature                       :             70°F  to 80°F (21°C to 27 °C)

pH                                            :             6.0 – 7.5

Hardness                             :             upto 12 dGH

Care level                             :             Easy

Breeding                               :             Egg layer