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Gold Neon Rosy Barb

Pethia conchonius

Gold Neon Rosy Barb (Pethia conchonius) is a schooling community species for a cycled 40+ gallon freshwater aquarium. Plan for about 6 inches as an adult, 64-78°F water, pH 6-8, and beginner-friendly care. Keep a group of at least 6; larger groups often behave more naturally when the tank has room.

Community leaningBeginner-friendly care
Gold Neon Rosy Barb, a community leaning 6 inch aquarium species for 40+ gallon tanks
40 galMinimum tank
6 inAdult size
6Schooling minimum
64-78°FTemperature

Water Range

pH
6-8
GH
5-20 dGH
KH
3-12 dKH

Behavior

Temperament
Moderate
Fin nipping
1/5
Territory
0/5

Diet and Care

Diet
omnivore
Diet difficulty
1/5
Care difficulty
1/5

Planning Notes

shrimp predatorfry predator

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