✅ Level: Easy — a peaceful, colorful schooling fish with five distinctive stripes.

The Five-banded Barb (Desmopuntius Pentazona) owes its name to the five dark vertical stripes across its body. As a schooling fish, it feels most comfortable in a group, where its calm, graceful swimming behavior really shines.

🐠 Animal specifications

🏪 Pickup & warranty

• Only available for pickup at our store in Heinkenszand — this animal is not shipped
• Feel free to inspect the fish thoroughly in the store upon pickup
• Feel free to ask for advice on care or aquarium composition when picking up

✂️ Care

Keep in a school of at least 6 units — the larger the group, the calmer and more beautiful their swimming behavior. A well-planted aquarium with soft, slightly acidic water and sufficient open swimming space will best suit this species.

🐠 Combination tip

Peaceful and good to combine with other calm community fish such as corydoras, other tetra species, and dwarf gouramis.

❓ Frequently asked questions

What is the minimum number of specimens I should buy?
At least 6 units — as a schooling fish, it feels unsafe in groups that are too small, which can cause stress.

Is this fish suitable for a community aquarium?
Yes, the Five-banded Barb is peaceful and combines well with other calm species.

Which water parameters are best?
Soft, slightly acidic water (pH 5.0-6.5) best matches its natural habitat.

Do you have another question? Feel free to visit our store — we're happy to help you make the right choice for your aquarium.