Schubert's Barb

Beschreibung

Puntius semifasciolatus, commonly known as the Schubert's Barb or Gold Barb, is a popular freshwater fish in the family Cyprinidae. It is a selectively bred ornamental variety of the naturally occurring Puntius semifasciolatus, which is typically less vibrant in coloration. The Schubert's Barb is highly valued in the aquarium trade for its striking golden-yellow to orange coloration and active schooling behavior. It is a relatively small, hardy, and peaceful species, making it an excellent choice for community aquariums.

Körperliche Merkmale

Körperform

compressed

Färbung

The Schubert's Barb is characterized by a vibrant golden-yellow to orange body, often with iridescent scales. It typically displays several faint, vertical, dark bars or blotches along its flanks, which are more pronounced in some individuals and can fade or intensify with mood or health. The fins are usually translucent, sometimes with a reddish or yellowish tint.

Schuppentyp

cycloid

Maulstellung

terminal

Besondere Merkmale

Vibrant golden-yellow to orange body coloration, Several faint, vertical dark bars on the flanks, Two pairs of small barbels at the mouth (often very small and difficult to see without close inspection)

Rückenflosse

Single, relatively tall dorsal fin, typically with 3-4 unbranched and 8 branched rays.

Schwanzflosse

Forked caudal fin, symmetrical lobes.

Brustflosse

Paired pectoral fins, clear to yellowish.

Auffällige Flossen

Anal fin with 3 unbranched and 5 branched rays. Pelvic fins are paired and located abdominally.

Bestimmungstipps

Lebensraum

Wassertyp

freshwater

Tiefe

Typically found in shallow to moderate depths of slow-moving or still waters.

Umgebung

Native to subtropical freshwater environments, including streams, rivers, ponds, and ditches with dense vegetation. Prefers areas with clear to slightly turbid water, often with a substrate of sand, mud, or gravel. The Schubert's Barb, being a cultivated variety, thrives in well-maintained aquarium environments.

Geografische Verbreitung

The wild form, Puntius semifasciolatus, is native to Southeast Asia, specifically in China (Pearl River basin, Hainan Island) and Vietnam. The Schubert's Barb is a selectively bred ornamental strain and does not occur naturally in the wild.

Aquarieninformationen

• Pflegeaufwand: beginner
• Temperament: peaceful
• Ernährung: omnivore
• Mindestbeckengröße: 75 liters (20 gallons)
• Temperatur: 18-24°C (64-75°F)
• pH-Wert: 6.0-8.0
• Härte: 5-19 dGH
• Verträglichkeit: Excellent for community tanks with other peaceful, similarly sized fish such as tetras, rasboras, danios, and other barbs. Avoid keeping with very slow-moving or long-finned fish as they may nip fins.
• Besondere Anforderungen: Prefers a well-planted aquarium with open swimming spaces. Benefits from a varied diet including high-quality flakes, pellets, and live or frozen foods like bloodworms and brine shrimp. Best kept in schools of 6 or more individuals to reduce stress and encourage natural schooling behavior.

Informationen zum Wildbestand

• Erhaltungszustand: least concern
• Saisonalität: Breeds year-round in captivity under suitable conditions. In the wild, breeding is often tied to rainy seasons and increased food availability.
• Marktpreis: Low to moderate for aquarium trade
• Kommerzielle Bedeutung: medium
• Geschmack: Not typically consumed due to small size and ornamental value.
• Textur: Not typically consumed due to small size and ornamental value.
• Nährwert: Not typically consumed due to small size and ornamental value.

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Wissenschaftliche Klassifikation

Reich

Animalia

Stamm

Chordata

Klasse

Actinopterygii

Ordnung

Cypriniformes

Familie

Cyprinidae

Gattung

Puntius

Art

Puntius semifasciolatus

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