Odessa Barb (Puntius Ticto)
Odessa Barb (Puntius Ticto)
The Odessa Barb is noticeable thought he line of bright orange scales to go down the middle of its body and continuing through to its back fin. They grow up to 3 inches in length and stays that length after becoming fully grown. They are a generally peaceful fish but can become semi-aggressive towards others in the tank if they are not in groups of 5 or more. They enjoy eating pellet and flake food, along with vegetables such as cucumber and lettuce. They also eat protein rich foods like brine shrimp and bloodworms.