{"product_id":"banded-pentazona-barb","title":"Banded Pentazona Barb - Desmopuntius Pentazona","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"327\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"25\"\u003eBanded Pentazona Barb\u003c\/strong\u003e (\u003cem data-start=\"27\" data-end=\"51\"\u003eDesmopuntius pentazona\u003c\/em\u003e) is a charming and eye-catching schooling fish known for its bold black vertical stripes set against a coppery-bronze body. Often confused with its close cousin, the Tiger Barb, the Pentazona Barb is much more peaceful, making it an excellent addition to community aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"329\" data-end=\"646\" class=\"\"\u003eNative to blackwater streams and peat swamps in Borneo, these barbs thrive in soft, slightly acidic water with plenty of plant cover and subdued lighting. Their natural environment is often tannin-stained and shaded, so replicating this with driftwood and leaf litter can bring out their best coloration and behavior.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"648\" data-end=\"894\" class=\"\"\u003eThey are happiest in groups of at least six, where their schooling behavior shines and any nippy tendencies are minimized. Their calm demeanor makes them suitable for tanks with other peaceful fish, including tetras, rasboras, and dwarf cichlids.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"896\" data-end=\"1163\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"896\" data-end=\"910\"\u003eDifficulty\u003c\/strong\u003e – Easy to Moderate\u003cbr data-start=\"929\" data-end=\"932\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"932\" data-end=\"947\"\u003eTemperament\u003c\/strong\u003e – Peaceful and social\u003cbr data-start=\"969\" data-end=\"972\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"972\" data-end=\"980\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eSize\u003c\/strong\u003e – Up to 2 inches\u003cbr data-start=\"997\" data-end=\"1000\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1000\" data-end=\"1013\"\u003eTank Size\u003c\/strong\u003e – 20 gallons minimum\u003cbr data-start=\"1034\" data-end=\"1037\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1037\" data-end=\"1052\"\u003eTemperature\u003c\/strong\u003e – 74°F to 80°F\u003cbr data-start=\"1067\" data-end=\"1070\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1070\" data-end=\"1078\"\u003eDiet\u003c\/strong\u003e – Omnivore (micro pellets, frozen foods, live food, veggies)\u003cbr data-start=\"1139\" data-end=\"1142\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1142\" data-end=\"1148\"\u003epH\u003c\/strong\u003e – 5.5 to 7.5\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1165\" data-end=\"1409\" class=\"\"\u003e🌿 \u003cem data-start=\"1168\" data-end=\"1333\"\u003eThe Banded Pentazona Barb is a gentle, visually striking addition that thrives in soft water setups and brings coordinated, rhythmic movement to planted aquariums.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1333\" data-end=\"1336\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"1336\" data-end=\"1409\" data-is-last-node=\"\"\u003eThis listing is for 1 Banded Pentazona Barb (\u003cem data-start=\"1382\" data-end=\"1406\"\u003eDesmopuntius pentazona\u003c\/em\u003e).\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Poseidon Aquatics And Plants","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46341014749406,"sku":"","price":5.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0645\/4768\/4574\/files\/Photo.png?v=1741200651","url":"https:\/\/poseidonaquaticsandplants.com\/products\/banded-pentazona-barb","provider":"Poseidon Aquatics And Plants","version":"1.0","type":"link"}