Blacknose Butterfly Barb
Enteromius candens
Blacknose Butterfly Barb is a peaceful bottom-to-middle swimmer.
Save this fish or add it directly to one of your aquariums.
Quick facts
- Adult size
- ≤ 3 cm (≤ 1.2 in)
- Aquarium size
- 50 L or larger
- Care level
- Intermediate
- Temperament
- Peaceful
- Swimming zone
- Bottom to middle swimmer
- Temperature
- 24–26 °C
- pH
- 5–6
- GH
- 1–2 dGH
- KH
- 0–1 dKH
- Diet
- Omnivore
- Lifespan
- up to 5 years
Care requirements
Care level: Intermediate.
Lifespan: up to 5 years.
Aquarium size and space needs
Minimum aquarium size: 50 L or larger. Plan the layout and stocking within that limit.
Water parameters
Suitable water: temperature 24–26 °C, pH 5–6, GH 1–2 dGH, KH 0–1 dKH.
Temperament and compatibility
Blacknose Butterfly Barb is peaceful and suits calm community fish.
Swimming zone and behavior
This fish uses the lower to middle part of the aquarium, so leave enough open substrate area for movement and feeding.
Feeding
As an omnivore, Blacknose Butterfly Barb should receive a varied diet rather than one repeated food type.
Make sure food reaches the substrate before faster fish take it.
Natural habitat and origin
Origin: Democratic Republic of the Congo.
Before adding this fish
- Plan for an aquarium of 50 L or larger.
- Avoid aggressive or highly competitive fish.
- Offer a varied diet suitable for an omnivorous bottom-dwelling fish.
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FAQ
How large does Blacknose Butterfly Barb get?
Blacknose Butterfly Barb reaches ≤ 3 cm (≤ 1.2 in).
What aquarium size does Blacknose Butterfly Barb need?
Use an aquarium of at least 50 L or larger.
Is Blacknose Butterfly Barb peaceful?
Yes. Blacknose Butterfly Barb is recorded as peaceful and is best planned with calm community fish that do not harass it or dominate the feeding area.
What temperature is suitable for Blacknose Butterfly Barb?
Keep it between 24 to 26 °C.