{"id":10049,"date":"2026-02-17T19:05:09","date_gmt":"2026-02-17T19:05:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/product\/pentazona-barb-puntius-hexazona-3cm\/"},"modified":"2026-02-17T19:05:09","modified_gmt":"2026-02-17T19:05:09","slug":"pentazona-barb-puntius-hexazona-3cm","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/?product=pentazona-barb-puntius-hexazona-3cm","title":{"rendered":"Pentazona Barb Puntius Hexazona 3cm"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong>Pentazona Barb Puntius Hexazona 3cm<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"w-full text-token-text-primary\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-3\">\n<div class=\"px-4 py-2 justify-center text-base md:gap-6 m-auto\">\n<div class=\"flex flex-1 text-base mx-auto gap-3 md:px-5 lg:px-1 xl:px-5 md:max-w-3xl lg:max-w-[40rem] xl:max-w-[48rem] group final-completion\">\n<div class=\"relative flex w-full flex-col lg:w-[calc(100%-115px)] agent-turn\">\n<div class=\"flex-col gap-1 md:gap-3\">\n<div class=\"flex flex-grow flex-col max-w-full\">\n<div class=\"min-h-[20px] text-message flex flex-col items-start gap-3 whitespace-pre-wrap break-words [.text-message+&amp;]:mt-5 overflow-x-auto\" data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"fa0d1b53-724a-4566-a0b7-3f7ac24d9d41\">\n<div class=\"markdown prose w-full break-words dark:prose-invert light\">\n<p><strong>Overview:<\/strong> The Pentazona Barb and Hexazona Barb are stunning, lively fish known for their vibrant colors and playful demeanor. These Barbs exhibit a striking pattern of horizontal stripes that accentuates their sleek bodies, adding an eye-catching allure to any aquarium.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Origin:<\/strong> Originating from the rivers of Southeast Asia, these Barbs thrive in well-oxygenated, slow-moving waters, preferring densely vegetated areas.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Feeding:<\/strong> They are omnivores and eagerly accept a varied diet comprising high-quality flakes, pellets, live, or frozen foods. Their diet should include plant matter, small invertebrates, and occasional treats like bloodworms or brine shrimp.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Tank Mates:<\/strong> Peaceful and sociable, these Barbs thrive in groups of 6 or more. They make excellent tank mates for other peaceful community fish like tetras, rasboras, gouramis, and peaceful dwarf cichlids.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Aggression:<\/strong> While generally peaceful, occasional territorial behaviors might occur, especially among males. Providing ample hiding spots and space can help mitigate aggression.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Experience Level:<\/strong> Suitable for aquarists of varying experience levels, these Barbs are relatively hardy and easy to care for, making them a great choice for both beginners and seasoned hobbyists.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Water Parameters:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Temperature: 72\u00b0F to 79\u00b0F (22\u00b0C to 26\u00b0C)<\/li>\n<li>pH: 6.0 to 7.0<\/li>\n<li>Hardness: 5 to 12 dKH<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Pentazona Barb Puntius Hexazona 3cm Overview: The Pentazona Barb and Hexazona Barb are stunning, lively fish known for their vibrant colors and playful demeanor. These Barbs exhibit a striking pattern of horizontal stripes that accentuates their sleek bodies, adding an eye-catching allure to any aquarium. 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