Puntius Rhomboocellatus
Puntius rhomboocellatus (often referred to as the Rhombo Barb) is a small, peaceful and very attractive schooling fish from Southeast Asia, ideal for planted aquariums. It comes from slow-flowing, slightly acidic and soft waters with lots of leaves, roots and shade. It likes a “blackwater” setup.
Decoration: Dense planting (e.g. low plants & roots), Dark substrate, Catappa leaves,
Diet: small flakes or micro pellets, Frozen (artemia, daphnia), Occasional plant food
Suitable with: Small tetras, Rasboras, Corydoras, Small gourami
Avoid large or aggressive fish.
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Color: Bronze-brown body with characteristic dark “rhombus” spots on the sides
Behavior: Peaceful, active, moves in middle & lower layers
Sociality: Schooling fish – needs a group
Aquarium: Minimum liters 60 L
Group: 6–10 individuals (the more, the more natural behavior)
Water parameters:Temperature: 22–26 °C
pH: 6.0 – 7.2
GH: 2 – 10 dGH (soft to medium)
Gentle flow and good oxygenation
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