Red-Line Torpedo Barb (Sahyadria chalakkudiensis)
Fish in the family Cyprinidae. Moderate care. Freshwater.
Quick facts
Scientific nameSahyadria chalakkudiensis
FamilyCyprinidae
Also known asChalakkudy Barb, Denison's Barb (chalakkudiensis)
Care levelModerate
Reef safetyFreshwater
TemperamentPeaceful
Dietomnivore
Adult size6 in
Minimum tank size55 gallons
Water parametersTemp 65-77°F, pH 6.5-7.8, GH 5-25 dGH
Appearance
Sleek silver torpedo body with a black lateral band and red anterior line; differs from denisonii in extent of red and a more prominent dorsal marking.
Difficulty and care for the Red-Line Torpedo Barb
Moderate
Origin and habitat
Southern India (Chalakudy River, Western Ghats)
Keeper notes
Peaceful, fast-swimming shoaler closely resembling denisonii; keep in numbers to avoid skittishness.
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