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 ")

sg

Freshwater

pH

5.5 - 7.0

22 -27 °C (71.6-80.6°F)

1-12 °d

1:1 M:F

5-10 years

Family

Cyprinidae





Additional names

Two Spot Barb, Cuming's Barb

Additional scientific names

Barbus cumingi, Barbus cumingii, Barbus cummungi, Puntius cumingi, Puntius cumingii


Origin[edit]

This Barb is endemic to Sri Lanka, mainly at the south western wet zone, from the Kelani to the Gin basins[1].

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References[edit]

  1. Fishbase Distribution

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