Ticto Barb (Pethia ticto)
Fish in the family Cyprinidae. Easy care. Freshwater.
Quick facts
Scientific namePethia ticto
FamilyCyprinidae
Also known asTwo-Spot Barb, Ticto, Puntius ticto, Firehead Barb (trade)
Care levelEasy
Reef safetyFreshwater
TemperamentPeaceful
Dietomnivore
Adult size2.5 in
Minimum tank size20 gallons
Water parametersTemp 64-77°F, pH 6.5-7.5, GH 5-18 dGH
Appearance
Silvery barb with two dark spots (behind the gill and at the tail base) and a row of dark-edged scales; males develop reddish, spotted dorsal fins.
Difficulty and care for the Ticto Barb
Easy
Origin and habitat
India, Sri Lanka and surrounding South Asia
Keeper notes
Peaceful in good-sized groups but a mild fin-nipper if kept too few; keep 6+. May predate dwarf shrimp.
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