{"product_id":"glowlight-pygmy-barb","title":"Glowlight Pygmy Barb (Desmopuntius rhomboideus \/ Pygmy Barb)(Unsexed)","description":"\u003cp\u003eBring a vibrant flash of color and active energy to your nano tank with the stunning \u003cb\u003eGlowlight Pygmy Barb\u003c\/b\u003e! Known for its striking, iridescent golden-orange stripe that runs horizontally across its body, this peaceful schooling fish is a favorite among planted tank enthusiasts and aquascaping hobbyists. Growing to a maximum size of just over an inch, they are the ideal choice for nano setups, desktop aquariums, and community tanks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Care \u0026amp; Habitat Guide\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePlace of Origin:\u003c\/b\u003e Native to the slow-moving, tannin-stained forest streams, peat swamps, and blackwater habitats of Southeast Asia (primarily Indonesia, Malaysia, and Borneo).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTank Size:\u003c\/b\u003e Minimum of \u003cb\u003e10 gallons\u003c\/b\u003e for a small school of 6 to 8 fish. Due to their active nature, they appreciate horizontal swimming space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eEnvironment:\u003c\/b\u003e Replicate their natural blackwater habitat with a densely planted aquarium, driftwood, and dried botanicals or Indian almond leaves. Use a \u003cb\u003edark substrate\u003c\/b\u003e to make their signature glowing neon stripe pop, and provide subdued lighting with gentle water flow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWater Parameters:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTemperature: \u003cb\u003e22°C – 26°C (72°F – 79°F)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003epH: \u003cb\u003e5.5 – 6.8\u003c\/b\u003e (Prefers slightly acidic, soft water)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHardness: \u003cb\u003e1 – 10 dGH\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDiet \u0026amp; Feeding:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb\u003eOmnivorous and eager eaters.\u003c\/b\u003e Feed a varied diet of high-quality micro-pellets, crushed flakes, and live or frozen foods such as baby brine shrimp, daphnia, and cyclops to bring out their best coloration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTank Mates:\u003c\/b\u003e Exceptionally peaceful schooling fish. Keep them in groups of \u003cb\u003eat least 6 individuals\u003c\/b\u003e to reduce skittishness and observe natural social behaviors. Excellent tank mates include other nano species like chili rasboras, neon tetras, pygmy corydoras, and freshwater shrimp (like Cherry or Amano shrimp). Avoid housing them with large, aggressive, or predatory fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBreeding:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb\u003eEgg scatterers.\u003c\/b\u003e Breeding is moderately achievable in a dedicated species-only breeding tank featuring fine-leaved plants (like Java Moss) or spawning mops, soft acidic water, and dim lighting. Adults should be removed after spawning as they will readily eat their own eggs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"KGTropicals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41367343759424,"sku":null,"price":6.49,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1478\/2240\/files\/Unknown-14.jpg?v=1789075652","url":"https:\/\/keepfishkeeping.com\/products\/glowlight-pygmy-barb","provider":"KGTropicals","version":"1.0","type":"link"}