{"product_id":"longfin-black-tipped-rosy-barb-pethia-conchonius","title":"Longfin Black Tipped Rosy Barb - Pethia conchonius","description":"\u003ch1\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eLongfin Black Tipped Rosy Barb – \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePethia conchonius\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLongfin Black Tipped Rosy Barb\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is a colourful captive-bred form of the Rosy Barb, known for its warm red to copper body colour, extended flowing fins and contrasting dark fin tips. Also sold as the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLongfin Rosy Barb\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlack Tip Rosy Barb\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRosy Barb\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e or under older trade names such as \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePuntius conchonius\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, this active shoaling fish is well suited to spacious planted aquariums and cooler tropical community setups. It is hardy, lively and attractive, but it should be kept in a proper group with tank mates that will not nip its longer fins.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKey Identification:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Longfin Black Tipped Rosy Barb\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOther Names:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Longfin Rosy Barb, Black Tip Rosy Barb, Rosy Barb, Red Rosy Barb\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePethia conchonius\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOlder \/ Trade Name:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePuntius conchonius\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBarbus conchonius\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStrain \/ Form:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Captive-bred longfin black-tipped ornamental strain\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFish Type:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Barb \/ Shoaling Cyprinid\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWater Type:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Freshwater\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNatural Range \u0026amp; Habitat:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePethia conchonius\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is native to South Asia, where wild Rosy Barbs occur in a range of freshwater habitats including lakes, streams and fast-flowing hill waters. These environments can vary seasonally, with areas of open swimming space, aquatic vegetation, stones, submerged roots and moderate water movement.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Longfin Black Tipped Rosy Barb is a captive-bred ornamental form rather than a wild locality form. Its care should still be based on the needs of the wild species, with clean water, good oxygenation, open swimming room and planted or structured areas for cover.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAppearance \u0026amp; Adult Size:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLongfin Black Tipped Rosy Barbs have the deep, streamlined body shape of the Rosy Barb, with extended fins that give the fish a softer, more flowing appearance. Colour can range from silver-gold and copper to rosy red, with males usually showing the strongest red tones when mature and in good condition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe black-tipped fin markings add contrast, especially against the longer dorsal, caudal and anal fins. Females are usually fuller-bodied and less intensely coloured, while males tend to be slimmer and brighter. Adults usually reach around \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e6–8 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, with the long fins adding extra visual size.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAquarium Suitability:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis species is well suited to larger planted aquariums, active community tanks and cooler tropical or temperate-style displays. It appreciates open swimming areas, plants around the sides and back, and good water movement without excessive turbulence.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLongfin Black Tipped Rosy Barbs are peaceful when kept properly, but they are active fish and should not be kept with very shy or delicate species. Their longer fins also mean they should not be housed with known fin-nippers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecommended Aquarium Size:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA practical minimum is \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e100–120 litres for a group\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, with a tank length of at least \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e80–90 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e recommended. Larger aquariums are better for bigger groups and mixed community setups.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKeep in a group of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eat least 6\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e8 or more preferred\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e where space allows. A proper group reduces stress, improves colour and spreads any chasing or display behaviour between the barbs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWater Conditions:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 18–25°C\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003epH:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 6.0–7.8\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHardness:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Soft to moderately hard\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdditional Notes:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Rosy Barbs are adaptable, but they do best in clean, stable, well-oxygenated water. They can be kept cooler than many tropical fish and are suitable for unheated indoor aquariums where room temperature remains stable. Avoid high temperatures, poor water quality, low oxygen and sudden parameter swings.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTemperament \u0026amp; Tank Mates:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAquarium Category:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Community Fish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLongfin Black Tipped Rosy Barbs are active, generally peaceful community fish when kept in a proper group. Suitable tank mates include White Cloud Mountain Minnows, danios, other peaceful barbs, medium rasboras, larger tetras, peaceful livebearers in suitable water, cory-type catfish, Bristlenose Plecos and hillstream loaches in cooler setups.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvoid very slow long-finned fish, tiny shy species, aggressive cichlids, large predators and fin-nippers such as Tiger Barbs. Although Rosy Barbs are not usually aggressive, the longfin form should be protected from fish that may chase or bite trailing fins.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeeding:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLongfin Black Tipped Rosy Barbs are omnivorous foragers. In nature, Rosy Barbs feed on small worms, crustaceans, insects, plant matter and other tiny foods. In the aquarium, offer quality flakes, small pellets and granules as the staple diet.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSupplement with frozen or live foods such as daphnia, brineshrimp, cyclops, mosquito larvae and bloodworm. Vegetable and algae-based foods, including spirulina flakes, algae wafers and blanched greens, are also useful. A varied diet helps maintain colour, body condition and fin quality.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBehaviour in the Aquarium:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is an active midwater shoaling fish that spends much of its time moving through open areas and planted cover. Males may display to females and rival males, especially when settled, showing stronger rosy colour and raised fins.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThey are egg scatterers and may breed in mature aquariums, with eggs deposited among fine plants, moss or spawning mops. Adults may eat eggs and fry, so separate breeding arrangements are needed if you want to raise young.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCare Notes:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKeep this fish in a proper group and provide enough swimming space. The longfin form needs peaceful tank mates and should not be mixed with fin-nipping species.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvoid overheated aquariums, poor oxygenation and cramped conditions. Rosy Barbs are hardy when kept correctly, but they still need stable water, regular maintenance and a varied diet. A secure lid is recommended, as active barbs can jump when startled.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecommended For:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBeginner to intermediate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvailability:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCommon to occasional \/ Captive-bred ornamental strain\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eImage Disclaimer:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAll images are a visual representation of the fish you will receive, made to be as accurate as possible. 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