Indian Melon Barb

Indian Melonbarbs are also know as the ember barb,panda barb, or banded barb. It is an easy fish to care for and can be fun to watch as it swims in schools of six or more. Growing up to 7cm this species has a orange to red to purple base body colour with variable dark bands.

Native to Southern Indianrivers and tributaries filled with sand, rocks, and thick vegetation and commonly found along side other barbs.

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Features of Indian Melon Barb’s:

• Orange to red to purple body colour with variables dark bands across the body
• Hardy species that tolerate broad water conditions
• Best kept in groups of 6 or more
• Females are larger and deeper bodies than males
• Males mature with brighter colouration
• Grows up to 7cm

Indian Melon Barb : Care, Diet and Tank Mates

The Best Aquarium Size for Indian Melon Barbs:

Indian Melon barbs are very active fish and they need at least 50L tank to keep a small group of them. If keeping a large group, consider a larger aquarium. They are keen jumpers, so ensure a secure lid on your aquarium.

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Tank Mate Compatibility:

Avoidkeeping Indian Melonbarbs in the same aquarium with docile, slow-moving, or long or flowing-finned fish, such as the angelfish, guppies or bettas. They can be mildy aggressive and display bullying behaviour if kept singularly or in too small of a school. They are best in a large group, and can be a number of different barb varieties.
Heres a list of some of the best tank mates for your Indian MelonBarb:

• Clown loach
• Other Barbs
• Danios
• Platys
• Loaches
• Tetras

Indian Melon Barb Diet:

Indian Melon barbs are omnivores and are accepting ofalmost any food, Indian Melon barbs should be given a variety of foods.Feed a quality pelleted orflake food,in addition tolive and frozen foods such as brine shrimp, bloodworms. They will also consume vegetable matter.
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Indian Melon Barb Tank Set-up

Aquarium Filtration forPandaBarbs

They are a hardy species and tolerate broad water parameters but do best in clean water.When selecting an aquarium filter consider the size of your aquarium and ensure adequate volume to maintain clean water. Sponge filters and hang on filters are suitable, cannister filters are a great option for medium to large aquariums.

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Aquarium Plants for Indian Melon Barb:

They are active swimmers and look great darting in and around live aquarium plants. Silk and plastic plants are also a great option to add life to your aquarium. Floating plants, or plants that can grow to the surface to create shade are a great idea as the Indian Melon Barb enjoys adully lit aquarium.

Great aquarium plants to consider include:

• Java fern
• Wisteria
• Hairgrass
• Anubias
• Vallisneria

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Aquarium Lighting for Indian MelonBarbs

Indian Melon barbsprefer a more dimly lit aquarium. Naturally they are found in heavily vegetated waters with lots of shade and cover. An LED aquarium lighting system gives you the opportunity to adjust lighting as required.Aquarium lighting is necessary for the photosynthesis required for healthy aquarium plants.

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Aquarium Substrate for Indian MelonBarbs

Indian Melon barbs occupy to middle water column and do not have substrate preferences. Darker substrates may bring out more colour in your fish though, as this helps reduce light and stress. Aquarium gravel, sand and pebbles are all options. If planting live aquarium plants, aquarium soils can be used under a layer of gravel or sand for optimum plant fertilization and growth.

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