Fish Species
Checker Barb
Oliotius oligolepis
About
A small peaceful barb with a checkerboard scale pattern and reddish fins in mature males. It is an easy community species when maintained in a school with planted cover and open swimming areas.
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Classification
Scientific Name
Oliotius oligolepis
Origin Region
Sumatra, Indonesia
Water Type
freshwater
Diet
Omnivore
Care Difficulty
Beginner
Max Size
5 cm | 2.0 in
Water Requirements
Southeast AsiaTemperature
24–28°C
pH
6–7.5
GH Hardness
3–12dGH
KH Alkalinity
2–8dKH
Min Tank Size
60L