Denison Barb
Sahyadria denisonii
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Last updated: November 17, 2025
Overview
Large, fast, striking barb.
Origin: India
Family: Cyprinidae
Physical Characteristics
Maximum Size: 15.00 cm
Temperament: Peaceful
Care Level: Moderate
Diet Type: Omnivore
Habitat Requirements
Water Type: Freshwater
Temperature Range: 15.0°C - 25.0°C
pH Range: 6.5 - 7.8
Water Hardness: 5 - 25 dGH
Minimum Tank Size: 120 liters
Care and Feeding
Diet Information:
Eats flakes, veggies, live foods.
Care Level:
Moderate
Breeding
Breeding Difficulty: Difficult
Rare in home aquaria.
Compatibility
Peaceful
Needs long tanks, good for active communities.