Five-striped barb
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✅ 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
| Max. length | ±5 cm |
| Temperature | 22–28°C |
| pH | 5.0–6.5 |
| Min. aquarium length | 60+ cm |
| Diet | Omnivore |
| Min. school size | 6 units |
| Origin | Asia |
| Family | Cyprinidae |
| Difficulty | ⭐ Easy |
🏪 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.
