6 X Sixbanded Barb – Puntius hexazona (Desmopuntius hexazona)
The Sixbanded Barb (Puntius hexazona, also known as Desmopuntius hexazona) is a charming and peaceful small barb from the blackwater streams of Southeast Asia. With its warm copper-orange body adorned with six distinctive dark vertical bands, this attractive little fish is a joy to keep in planted community aquariums.
This listing is for a group of 6 fish – perfect for creating a beautiful schooling display.
Why Choose the Sixbanded Barb?
- Beautiful Markings: Warm copper-orange body with six bold dark vertical stripes creating a stunning tiger-like pattern
- Peaceful & Gentle: One of the calmest barb species – no fin-nipping, ideal for community tanks
- Compact Size: Only 5cm (2 inches), perfect for smaller planted aquariums
- Active Schooling: Lovely to watch as they shoal together through plants and driftwood
- Easy to Keep: Hardy and adaptable once established
Care Guide – Sixbanded Barb
| Scientific Name | Puntius hexazona (syn. Desmopuntius hexazona) |
| Common Names | Sixbanded Barb, Six-Banded Barb, Six-Banded Tiger Barb, Hexazona Barb |
| Origin | Southeast Asia – Malay Peninsula, Sumatra, Borneo |
| Adult Size | 5–5.5cm (2–2.2 inches) |
| Temperament | Peaceful – schooling fish, keep in groups of 6+ |
| Diet | Omnivore – micro pellets, flakes, frozen daphnia, brine shrimp, bloodworms |
| Temperature | 22–28°C (72–82°F) |
| pH | 5.0–7.0 (prefers soft, acidic water) |
| Water Hardness | Soft (2–10 dGH) |
| Minimum Tank Size | 75 litres (20 gallons) for a group of 6 |
| Difficulty | Easy to Intermediate |
| Lifespan | 4–6 years |
Tank Setup & Compatibility
Thrives in a densely planted aquarium with dark substrate, driftwood, and leaf litter to replicate their natural blackwater habitat. Subdued lighting and floating plants help bring out their best colours and make them feel secure.
Suitable tank mates: Rasboras, small tetras, Corydoras catfish, dwarf gouramis, other peaceful barbs, small loaches, and shrimp. Avoid large or aggressive species.
Breeding
Sixbanded Barbs are egg scatterers that can be bred in soft, acidic water with fine-leaved plants. Adults show no parental care and should be removed after spawning. Fry hatch in 24–36 hours and can be fed infusoria, then baby brine shrimp.
Why Buy From Aquatropics?
At Aquatropics, we source only the finest quality live tropical fish, carefully selected for health, colour, and condition. All fish are quarantined and inspected before dispatch. We offer next-day delivery across the UK using specialist fish packaging.
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