- Scientific Name: Barbus titteya
- Common Names: Cherry Barb, Red barb, Crimson Carplet
- Family: Cyprinidae
- Origin: Streams and rivers of Sri Lanka
- Adult Size: 2 inches (5 cm)
- Social: Peaceful
- Average Lifespan: 5 years
- Tank Level: Bottom to Mid dweller
- Minimum Tank Size: 10 gallon
- Diet: Omnivore – Small live foods
- Breeding: Egglayer
- Care: Easy
- pH: 6.5 to 7.5
- Hardness: 18 dGH
- Temperature: 73-79 F (23-26 C)
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