{"product_id":"barbus-neon-super-color-3-3-5cm","title":"Neon Super Colour Rosy Barb | Pethia conchonius","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eA Neon Super Colour ornamental strain of the rosy barb, a lively South Asian species. Adults commonly reach 8–10cm and may become larger. Males usually show stronger rosy colour; ornamental strains vary.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScientific name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003ePethia conchonius\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBehaviour\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eKeep at least eight together. Group swimming and displaying are normal, but an undersized group may direct chasing at tank mates.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTank Size\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eOur recommended minimum is 120 litres with a 90 × 35cm base; 150 litres or more and 100–120cm length is better for adults or a mixed community.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThese are adult housing recommendations; choose more space when adding tank mates. Allow for space occupied by substrate and décor when comparing aquarium capacities.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse robust peaceful fish that suit cooler water. Avoid long-finned bettas, fancy guppies and slow, timid species because fin-nipping and feeding competition can occur.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDiet\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eOffer omnivore flakes or small pellets, vegetable-rich food, daphnia and brine shrimp. Include plant material rather than feeding only worms.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCare\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18–24°C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.0–7.5\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGeneral hardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5–20 dGH\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eA temperate setup can work if room temperature remains suitable, but monitor with a thermometer. Do not maintain them permanently in very warm tropical conditions. Provide open swimming space, plants at the edges and good oxygenation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAdd only to a fully cycled aquarium. Keep ammonia and nitrite at 0mg\/l. Start with a 25–30% weekly water change using dechlorinated, temperature-matched water and adjust to test results and stocking. Rinse biological filter media in removed aquarium water rather than under the tap.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLive Animals Are Click and Collect Only.\u003c\/strong\u003e You can order online, choose click and collect, and we will hold your order for collection in store.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Petra - Aqua Ltd.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55223254384967,"sku":"1141988","price":5.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0661\/8821\/4500\/files\/NeonSuperColourRosyBarb_Pethiaconchonius_3.png?v=1790965678","url":"https:\/\/www.newlands.ie\/products\/barbus-neon-super-color-3-3-5cm","provider":"Newlands Garden Centre","version":"1.0","type":"link"}