Description
Brilliant Pink Energy for Your Aquarium!
Short Description:
Light up your tank with the vibrant energy of Rosy Barbs! These active, schooling fish feature stunning pinkish-red coloration that intensifies with proper care, creating a dazzling display of movement and color. Perfect for community aquariums, these hardy fish bring both beauty and personality to your aquatic world.
Key Features & Highlights
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šøĀ VIBRANT COLORATION:Ā Males develop intense rosy-pink bodies with fiery red fins and golden highlights - color intensifies during breeding and with optimal care
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šĀ ACTIVE SCHOOLING BEHAVIOR:Ā Constantly in motion, these energetic fish create a captivating display when kept in groups of 6+
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šŖĀ HARDY & ADAPTABLE:Ā Tolerate a wide range of water conditions, making them perfect for beginners and experienced aquarists alike
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ā®ļøĀ PEACEFUL COMMUNITY FISH:Ā Excellent companions for other active, similarly-sized fish in well-planned community tanks
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šÆĀ PERFECT SIZE:Ā 3-5cm juveniles ready to grow and color up in your aquarium - ideal for most home aquariums
Detailed Description
Meet the Rosy Barb - a classic aquarium favorite that continues to win hearts with its perfect combination of stunning beauty, engaging behavior, and easy care. These energetic fish transform ordinary aquariums into dynamic underwater spectacles with their constant movement and brilliant coloration.
What makes Rosy Barbs special is their remarkable color transformation. While juveniles show subtle hints of pink, mature males develop into living jewels with intense rosy bodies, dark-edged fins, and golden highlights that shimmer under aquarium lighting. Kept in proper schools, they display fascinating social behaviors and create a mesmerizing display of coordinated movement.
These active swimmers are particularly well-suited to planted aquariums with open swimming spaces. Their hardy nature and adaptability make them an excellent choice for aquarists seeking colorful, low-maintenance fish that thrive in various conditions while providing endless entertainment.
Perfect For:
Specifications & Care Guide
Care & Feeding
Tank Setup:
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Prefer planted tanks with open swimming areas
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Appreciate moderate water flow
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School of 6+ individuals recommended
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Peaceful tank mates only
Diet:
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High-quality flake or pellet food
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Occasional live/frozen treats (bloodworms, brine shrimp)
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Vegetable supplements
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Feed 2-3 times daily in small portions
Water Quality:
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Regular water changes recommended
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Adaptable to various water conditions
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Avoid extreme parameter fluctuations
Important Considerations
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ā ļøĀ SCHOOLING REQUIREMENT:Ā Must be kept in groups of 6+ for natural behavior
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š«Ā FIN-NIPPING TENDENCY:Ā May nip long-finned fish (avoid with bettas, guppies)
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š”Ā COOLER WATER PREFERRED:Ā Thrive in slightly cooler temperatures than tropical fish
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š Ā ACTIVE TANKMATES:Ā Best with other active, robust fish species
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šæĀ PLANT SAFE:Ā Generally leave plants alone but may nibble tender shoots
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šĀ REGULAR FEEDING:Ā Active metabolism requires regular meals
Live Arrival Guarantee
Our Rosy Barbs are carefully acclimated and conditioned for shipping. Each order includes detailed care instructions and our live arrival guarantee ensures your fish arrive healthy and ready for their new home.
Ready to add vibrant energy to your aquarium? Bring home these colorful schoolers today!
