Metallic Flying Barb (Esomus metallicus)

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Metallic Flying Barb

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Metallic Flying Barb

Esomus metallicus

Moderate

75.708 liters
75,708.236 mL
75.7 Litres (20 US G.)

7.62 cm 6.4-7.6cm (2.5-3 ")

sg

Freshwater

pH

6.0 - 7.0

295.15 K
71.6 °F
531.27 °R
299.15 K
78.8 °F
538.47 °R
22 -26 °C (71.6-78.8°F)

2-12 °d

1:2 M:F

Uncommon

3-5 years




Contents

Alternative names

Metallic Flying Barb, Striped Flying Barb

Sexing

Unknown

Tank compatibility

Top, Middle or Bottom feeder?

Diet

More detail on diet...

Feeding regime

How often to feed, etc.

Environment Specifics

Requires a laterally spacious tank due to its active nature. A secure lid is a must. They do well in very matured tanks with excellent water quality. They are not too fussy about décor but do best with some dense planting and dark substrate with dim lighting.

Behaviour

Unknown

Identification

How to id the animal.

Pictures

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