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Desmopuntius gemellus

Twospot Barb, Spotted Barb
Temperature
22–25°C
pH
7–7
dGH
1–10 ppm
Size
5 cm
Tank
60 L
Desmopuntius gemellus is a peaceful, schooling fish that thrives in groups of five or more. Their lively nature and shimmering spots make them a popular choice for community aquariums, although they should not be housed with overly aggressive or very large fish.

Water parameters

Hardness
1–10 ppm
Temperature
22–25°C
pH
7–7

Tank & size

Fish size
5 cm
Tank length
60 cm
Tank volume
60 L

Distribution

Indonesia.