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Black Ruby Barb
Puntigrus tetrazona
5-7CM
22�C � 27�C°C
The Black Ruby Barb (Pethia nigrofasciata), also known as the Purple head Barb, is a stunning, peaceful freshwater fish endemic to the forested streams of Sri Lanka. It is widely prized in the aquarium hobby for the dramatic color transformation seen in mature males, which turn from a simple yellowish gray with black stripes into a deep, glowing ruby red or burgundy with a purple-black head
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Tiger Barb
Puntigrus tetrazona
5- 7 CM
20�28�C°C
Tiger barbs (Puntigrus tetrazona) are popular, active, schooling freshwater fish known for their striped, torpedo-shaped bodies. They come in several color variations�commonly regular, albino, and green�as well as long-finned varieties, and are often kept in groups of at least 6-10 to manage their semi-aggressive, fin-nipping behavior
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