{"product_id":"roseline-shark-denison-barb-sahyadria-denisonii","title":"Roseline Shark \/ Denison Barb (Sahyadria denisonii)","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003eBring a masterpiece of natural color to your tank with the \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"59\"\u003eRoseline Shark\u003c\/b\u003e, also widely known as the \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"100\"\u003eDenison Barb\u003c\/b\u003e or \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"116\"\u003eRed-Lined Torpedo Barb\u003c\/b\u003e. Famed for its sleek, torpedo-shaped body, vibrant red \"racing stripe,\" and distinct yellow and black tail markings, this fish is a top-tier choice for aquarists seeking a large, active, and peaceful schooling species.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eQuick Stats \u0026amp; Origin\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"4,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"17\"\u003eSahyadria denisonii\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/b\u003e Native to the fast-flowing, oxygen-rich rivers and streams of the \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"74\"\u003eWestern Ghats in South India\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eAdult Size:\u003c\/b\u003e 4.5–6 inches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eLifespan:\u003c\/b\u003e 5–8 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCare \u0026amp; Environment\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003eRoseline Sharks are considered \"intermediate\" in care, primarily because they require high water quality and plenty of oxygen. They are highly active and need a setup that accommodates their constant movement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTank Size:\u003c\/b\u003e A minimum of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"24\"\u003e55 gallons\u003c\/b\u003e is required, though a \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"57\"\u003e75-gallon (4-foot long) tank\u003c\/b\u003e is much better suited for a school. Length is more important than height for these \"torpedo\" swimmers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eWater Flow:\u003c\/b\u003e They thrive in environments with \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"45\"\u003emoderate to high water flow\u003c\/b\u003e. Using a powerhead or a strong canister filter return will mimic their natural river habitat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDecor:\u003c\/b\u003e Use a mix of large river stones, driftwood, and hardy plants like Anubias or Crinum. Because they are fast swimmers, ensure the center of the tank remains open and free of clutter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eWater Parameters:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"8,3,1\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,3,1,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,3,1,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/b\u003e 68°F to 77°F (20°C–25°C). They prefer slightly cooler, stable temperatures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,3,1,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,3,1,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003epH:\u003c\/b\u003e 6.5–7.8.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,3,1,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,3,1,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eOxygen:\u003c\/b\u003e High oxygenation is critical; use air stones or surface agitation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eFeeding \u0026amp; Diet\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003eThese barbs are enthusiastic omnivores. A varied diet is essential to maintaining the \"neon\" intensity of their red stripes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDaily Diet:\u003c\/b\u003e High-quality sinking pellets or high-protein flakes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eColor Enhancement:\u003c\/b\u003e Provide regular feedings of frozen or live bloodworms, brine shrimp, and mysis shrimp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eVegetable Matter:\u003c\/b\u003e They will occasionally graze on algae and appreciate spirulina-based foods or blanched spinach.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTank Mates\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003eRoseline Sharks are peaceful community residents but are very fast, which can stress out extremely shy or slow-moving fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"16\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eIdeal Partners:\u003c\/b\u003e Larger Tetras (like Congo Tetras), Rainbowfish, peaceful Cichlids (like Angelfish or Severums), and various Loaches or Corydoras.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSocial Needs:\u003c\/b\u003e They \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"19\"\u003emust be kept in a group of 6 or more\u003c\/b\u003e. In a school, they are less skittish and display a beautiful \"follow-the-leader\" swimming behavior.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eAvoid:\u003c\/b\u003e Very small fish that might be accidentally intimidated by their size and speed, or overly aggressive large cichlids.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"17\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"18\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"18\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eBreeding\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"19\"\u003eBreeding Roseline Sharks in the home aquarium is \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"19\" data-index-in-node=\"49\"\u003eextremely rare\u003c\/b\u003e. Most fish available in the hobby are either sustainably wild-caught or produced in large commercial facilities using hormone induction. They are egg-scatterers that typically spawn in response to the massive water chemistry changes associated with the monsoon season, which is difficult to replicate in a standard home setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"20\"\u003e\n\u003cblockquote data-path-to-node=\"21\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"21,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"21,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePro Tip:\u003c\/b\u003e Roseline Sharks are incredible jumpers! Always ensure your aquarium has a secure, tight-fitting lid to prevent any \"torpedoes\" from launching out of the tank.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePLEASE READ BEFORE ORDERING\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe photos shown on fish product pages are representations of adult fish and are NOT the actual fish that you will be receiving.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlease visit our “Ordering\/Shipping fish” page prior to checking out to familiarize yourself with our process.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e⁃\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eWe ship fish exclusively using overnight shipping with either FedEx or UPS. We will not ship fish with lesser expensive shipping services like “Ground” or “Priority Mail”. This is to ensure the safety of the fish.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote data-path-to-node=\"21\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e","brand":"KGTropicals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40969229074496,"sku":null,"price":16.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1478\/2240\/files\/InstagramPost-7.png?v=1776265650","url":"https:\/\/keepfishkeeping.com\/products\/roseline-shark-denison-barb-sahyadria-denisonii","provider":"KGTropicals","version":"1.0","type":"link"}