Two Spot Barb (Pethia cumingii)
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Two Spot Barb
Pethia cumingii
76 Litres (20 US G.)
3.8-5.1cm (1.5-2 ")
Freshwater
5.5 - 7.0
22 -27 °C (71.6-80.6°F)
1-12 °d
1:1 M:F
5-10 years
Family
Cyprinidae
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Contents
Additional names
- Two Spot Barb, Cuming's Barb
Additional scientific names
- Barbus cumingi, Barbus cumingii, Barbus cummungi, Puntius cumingi, Puntius cumingii
Origin
- This Barb is endemic to Sri Lanka, mainly at the south western wet zone, from the Kelani to the Gin basins[1].
Sexing
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Tank compatibility
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Diet
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Feeding regime
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Environment Specifics
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Behaviour
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Identification
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References
External links
- Fishbase (Mirrors:
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