former name : Puntius arulius
An attractive, large-growing barb found in Southwestern India, the Arulius Barb inhabits clear water streams and rivers with moderate to fast flow. A shoaling fish, they are found in large aggregations in the wild and should be kept in groups of at least 5 fish in the aquarium. Both sexes will show impressive coloration as mature adults, but males will also develop elaborate dorsal filaments like most species in the genus. A fast-moving and aggressive feeder, they should be kept with equally large and active tankmates in the aquarium
juveniles. current size 1" not in full colour ( but in green sheen )
RECEIVED FISH WILL DIFFER FROM PHOTOS