{"id":11995,"date":"2026-02-17T23:05:46","date_gmt":"2026-02-17T23:05:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/product\/rohtee-barb-rohtee-ogilii-5cm\/"},"modified":"2026-02-17T23:05:47","modified_gmt":"2026-02-17T23:05:47","slug":"rohtee-barb-rohtee-ogilii-5cm","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/?product=rohtee-barb-rohtee-ogilii-5cm","title":{"rendered":"Rohtee Barb Rohtee Ogilii 5cm"},"content":{"rendered":"<h3 data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"59\"><strong data-start=\"4\" data-end=\"57\">Rohtee Barb (<em data-start=\"19\" data-end=\"34\">Rohtee ogilii<\/em>)<\/strong><\/h3>\n<h4 data-start=\"61\" data-end=\"80\"><strong data-start=\"66\" data-end=\"78\">Overview<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p data-start=\"81\" data-end=\"293\">The Rohtee Barb is a small, active freshwater barb with sleek, elongated body and subtle yet attractive coloration. Peaceful and schooling in nature, it adds lively movement and interest to community aquariums.<\/p>\n<h4 data-start=\"295\" data-end=\"312\"><strong data-start=\"300\" data-end=\"310\">Origin<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p data-start=\"313\" data-end=\"488\">Native to South Asia, particularly India and surrounding regions. Inhabits rivers, streams, and ponds with moderate flow, sandy or gravel substrates, and aquatic vegetation.<\/p>\n<h4 data-start=\"490\" data-end=\"508\"><strong data-start=\"495\" data-end=\"506\">Feeding<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p data-start=\"509\" data-end=\"702\">Omnivorous. Accepts high-quality flake foods, micro-pellets, frozen foods (bloodworms, daphnia, brine shrimp), and occasional live foods. A varied diet enhances coloration and overall health.<\/p>\n<h4 data-start=\"704\" data-end=\"725\"><strong data-start=\"709\" data-end=\"723\">Tank Mates<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p data-start=\"726\" data-end=\"872\">Peaceful and best kept with other small, non-aggressive fish such as tetras, rasboras, danios, and other barbs. Avoid larger, predatory species.<\/p>\n<h4 data-start=\"874\" data-end=\"895\"><strong data-start=\"879\" data-end=\"893\">Aggression<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p data-start=\"896\" data-end=\"1024\">Very low. Exhibits schooling behavior; should be kept in groups of at least 6 to encourage natural activity and reduce stress.<\/p>\n<h4 data-start=\"1026\" data-end=\"1053\"><strong data-start=\"1031\" data-end=\"1051\">Experience Level<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p data-start=\"1054\" data-end=\"1160\">Beginner to intermediate. Hardy and adaptable, suitable for a wide range of freshwater community setups.<\/p>\n<h4 data-start=\"1162\" data-end=\"1189\"><strong data-start=\"1167\" data-end=\"1187\">Water Parameters<\/strong><\/h4>\n<ul data-start=\"1190\" data-end=\"1415\">\n<li data-start=\"1190\" data-end=\"1236\">\n<p data-start=\"1192\" data-end=\"1236\"><strong data-start=\"1192\" data-end=\"1208\">Temperature:<\/strong> 72\u00b0F \u2013 79\u00b0F (22\u00b0C \u2013 26\u00b0C)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1237\" data-end=\"1258\">\n<p data-start=\"1239\" data-end=\"1258\"><strong data-start=\"1239\" data-end=\"1246\">pH:<\/strong> 6.5 \u2013 7.5<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1259\" data-end=\"1287\">\n<p data-start=\"1261\" data-end=\"1287\"><strong data-start=\"1261\" data-end=\"1274\">Hardness:<\/strong> 5 \u2013 15 dGH<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1288\" data-end=\"1415\">\n<p data-start=\"1290\" data-end=\"1415\"><strong data-start=\"1290\" data-end=\"1300\">Notes:<\/strong> Prefers a planted tank with open swimming areas; schools display their natural behavior best when kept together.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"1417\" data-end=\"1589\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">Active, peaceful, and hardy, the Rohtee Barb (<em data-start=\"1463\" data-end=\"1478\">Rohtee ogilii<\/em>) is ideal for aquarists seeking a lively schooling species for small to medium freshwater community aquariums.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Rohtee Barb (Rohtee ogilii) Overview The Rohtee Barb is a small, active freshwater barb with sleek, elongated body and subtle yet attractive coloration. Peaceful and schooling in nature, it adds lively movement and interest to community aquariums. Origin Native to South Asia, particularly India and surrounding regions. 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