{"product_id":"rhombo-barb","title":"Rhombo Barb - Snakeskin Barb - Desmopuntius Rhomboocellatus","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"325\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"15\"\u003eRhombo Barb\u003c\/strong\u003e (\u003cem data-start=\"17\" data-end=\"47\"\u003eDesmopuntius rhomboocellatus\u003c\/em\u003e), also known as the Snakeskin Barb, is a strikingly patterned freshwater fish native to blackwater streams of Borneo. Its shimmering copper-to-golden body is adorned with unique black ocellated spots that resemble a snake's scales, giving this barb its distinctive appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"327\" data-end=\"664\" class=\"\"\u003ePeaceful and social, Rhombo Barbs thrive in schools of six or more and show their best colors when kept in a well-decorated, low-light aquarium with plenty of leaf litter, driftwood, and plant cover. These fish do especially well in soft, slightly acidic water, and they benefit from the presence of tannins and natural humic substances.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"666\" data-end=\"875\" class=\"\"\u003eThey are hardy and adapt well to community aquariums with other peaceful species of similar size. However, their sensitivity to water conditions means they appreciate stable parameters and regular maintenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"877\" data-end=\"1174\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"877\" data-end=\"891\"\u003eDifficulty\u003c\/strong\u003e – Moderate\u003cbr data-start=\"902\" data-end=\"905\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"905\" data-end=\"920\"\u003eTemperament\u003c\/strong\u003e – Peaceful and social\u003cbr data-start=\"942\" data-end=\"945\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"945\" data-end=\"953\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eSize\u003c\/strong\u003e – Up to 2.5 inches\u003cbr data-start=\"972\" data-end=\"975\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"975\" data-end=\"988\"\u003eTank Size\u003c\/strong\u003e – 20 gallons minimum (larger preferred for groups)\u003cbr data-start=\"1039\" data-end=\"1042\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1042\" data-end=\"1057\"\u003eTemperature\u003c\/strong\u003e – 74°F to 82°F\u003cbr data-start=\"1072\" data-end=\"1075\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1075\" data-end=\"1083\"\u003eDiet\u003c\/strong\u003e – Omnivore (micro pellets, high-quality flakes, frozen\/live foods)\u003cbr data-start=\"1150\" data-end=\"1153\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1153\" data-end=\"1159\"\u003epH\u003c\/strong\u003e – 5.5 to 7.0\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1176\" data-end=\"1410\" class=\"\"\u003e🌿 \u003cem data-start=\"1179\" data-end=\"1338\"\u003eAn underrated gem, the Rhombo Barb’s snakeskin-like pattern and calm nature make it a beautiful addition to softwater community tanks or blackwater biotopes.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1338\" data-end=\"1341\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"1341\" data-end=\"1410\" data-is-last-node=\"\"\u003eThis listing is for 1 Rhombo Barb (\u003cem data-start=\"1377\" data-end=\"1407\"\u003eDesmopuntius rhomboocellatus\u003c\/em\u003e).\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Poseidon Aquatics And Plants","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46341005443294,"sku":"","price":7.99,"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\/rhombo-barb","provider":"Poseidon Aquatics And Plants","version":"1.0","type":"link"}