Neptune’s rating:
53- AffordabilityModerate
- Aggression LevelMostly Peaceful
- Breeding AggressionSlightly More Aggressive
- DifficultyDifficult
- HardinessModerate
- Length10.0 - 15.0 cm
- Liters per Fish10 L
- Maintenance LevelLow Maintenance
- pH6.0 - 7.5
- PopularityModerate
- RarityUncommon
- Minimum School Size6
- Tank HabitatSurface Dweller, Mid-tank Dweller, Bottom Dweller
- Temperature24.0 - 28.0 °C
- Territorial BehaviourModerately Territorial
Please note: These values are based on the average of various confirmed sources.
More about Snakeskin barb
The Snakeskin barb is a freshwater fish distinguished by its striking appearance, featuring patterns and colors that mimic the look of snake skin, often with a blend of reddish, brown, and yellow hues. Originating from rivers and streams in South Asian countries, it showcases a sleek, elongated body with pronounced scales that contribute to its snakeskin-like texture. While it is appreciated for its unique beauty, the Snakeskin barb is not as widely recognized or as common in the aquarium hobby as some other barbs. Its moderate popularity is likely due to specific care requirements or availability but makes a captivating addition to tanks designed to replicate a more natural aquatic environment.
Frequently asked questions
It’s not typically recommended to keep Snakeskin Barbs with Bettas due to the risk of stress and injury to both fish types. If you decide to attempt this, ensure you have a large enough aquarium to provide ample space for both species and monitor their interactions closely. Always be prepared to separate them into different tanks if signs of stress or aggression appear.