Tiger Barb

Deskripsi

Puntigrus tetrazona, commonly known as the Tiger Barb, is a small, active, and semi-aggressive freshwater fish belonging to the family Cyprinidae. It is characterized by its distinctive vertical black stripes on a yellowish-orange to reddish-orange body. These fish are known for their schooling behavior and can be nippy towards other fish, especially those with long, flowing fins. They are popular in the aquarium trade due to their vibrant coloration and energetic nature.

Ciri Fisik

Bentuk tubuh

compressed

Warna

The body is typically yellowish-orange to reddish-orange, adorned with four prominent vertical black stripes. The first stripe passes through the eye, the second behind the pectoral fin, the third across the dorsal and anal fins, and the fourth at the base of the caudal fin. The fins are often reddish-orange, especially the dorsal and caudal fins, with the dorsal fin having a black margin. Males tend to have brighter coloration, particularly a redder snout and fin edges, especially during breeding.

Jenis sisik

cycloid

Posisi mulut

terminal

Ciri khas

Four prominent vertical black stripes on a yellowish-orange body., Reddish coloration on fins, particularly the dorsal and caudal fins., Small, pointed snout.

Sirip punggung

Single, tall, and pointed, often with a black margin and reddish base.

Sirip ekor

Forked, with reddish coloration.

Sirip dada

Small and clear to slightly reddish.

Sirip khas

The dorsal fin is notably tall and triangular, often with a black leading edge and a red or orange base.

Tips Identifikasi

Habitat

Jenis air

freshwater

Kedalaman

Typically found in shallow to moderate depths, often near the surface or mid-water.

Lingkungan

Native to clear, shallow, and moderately flowing streams, rivers, and tributaries with sandy or gravelly substrates, often with dense vegetation and submerged roots. They prefer well-oxygenated water.

Sebaran geografis

Native to the Malay Peninsula, Sumatra, and Borneo in Southeast Asia. Introduced populations exist in various other regions due to the aquarium trade.

Informasi Akuarium

• Tingkat perawatan: intermediate
• Temperamen: semi-aggressive
• Pola makan: omnivore
• Ukuran akuarium minimum: 20 gallons (75 liters) for a school of 6-8 individuals
• Suhu: 20-26°C (68-79°F)
• Tingkat pH: 6.0-7.5
• Kesadahan: 5-19 dGH
• Kompatibilitas: Best kept in a species-only tank or with other fast-moving, robust fish that can tolerate their nippy behavior. Avoid keeping with slow-moving, long-finned, or shy species. They thrive in schools of 6 or more individuals to help diffuse aggression.
• Kebutuhan khusus: Requires a well-planted tank with open swimming spaces. Good filtration and regular water changes are essential. Provide plenty of hiding spots and visual barriers to reduce aggression within the school. A secure lid is recommended as they can be jumpers.

Informasi di Alam Liar

• Status konservasi: least concern
• Musim: Breeds year-round in suitable conditions, with peak activity often coinciding with rainy seasons in their natural habitat.
• Harga pasar: Low (typically a few dollars per fish)
• Nilai ekonomis: high
• Rasa: Not typically consumed due to small size and bony nature.
• Tekstur: Not applicable.
• Nilai gizi: Not applicable.

Fakta kunci

Spesies serupa

Klasifikasi ilmiah

Kerajaan

Animalia

Filum

Chordata

Kelas

Actinopterygii

Ordo

Cypriniformes

Famili

Cyprinidae

Genus

Puntigrus

Spesies

Puntigrus tetrazona

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