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Denison’s Barb

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The Denison Barb is a small endangered fish from the west coast of India. This fish is popular in pet collections, which is what has caused its species to become endangered. The fish is well known for its torpedo-like body with a red-striped face and a long black line along its side.

  • Conservation StatusEndangered
  • Life span5 years
  • Body size3.5-4.3 in.
  • Native habitat Fast flowing hill streams and rivers of river of the Indian Western Ghats
  • DietWorms, shrimp, vegetation
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