{"product_id":"odessa-barb","title":"Odessa Barb – Pethia padamya","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003ePethia padamya\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Odessa Barb\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Odessa Barb is a colorful and active freshwater schooling fish best known for the \u003cstrong\u003ebrilliant red stripe displayed by mature males\u003c\/strong\u003e, contrasted against metallic silver scales and dark markings. Females typically have more subdued coloration, while mature males can develop an intense red band extending along much of the body.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNative to \u003cstrong\u003eMyanmar\u003c\/strong\u003e, Odessa Barbs are active, social fish that do best when maintained in groups. Their combination of strong coloration, manageable size, and energetic swimming behavior makes them an excellent choice for planted and active community aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Easy\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peaceful \/ Active\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdult Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 2.5–3 inches\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum Tank Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20 gallons\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 68–79°F\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 6.0–7.5\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Omnivore\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Group Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6 or more\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Setup:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provide a well-filtered aquarium with plenty of horizontal swimming space along with plants, driftwood, rocks, and other structure. A planted aquarium with darker substrate can create an especially attractive display and help the bright coloration of mature males stand out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeed a varied diet consisting of high-quality flakes, pellets, and other appropriately sized prepared foods. Frozen or live foods such as brine shrimp and daphnia can be offered as part of a varied diet, along with foods containing vegetable matter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBehavior \u0026amp; Tankmates:\u003c\/strong\u003e Odessa Barbs are generally peaceful but highly active. They are best kept with similarly sized community fish that are comfortable with their energetic behavior. Keeping them in an adequate group helps encourage natural social behavior and creates a more impressive display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMale vs. Female:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mature males generally display the species' characteristic \u003cstrong\u003ebright red lateral stripe\u003c\/strong\u003e and stronger overall coloration. Females typically have a fuller body and more subdued silver coloration. Juveniles may not yet display the intense colors seen in mature adults.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease Note:\u003c\/strong\u003e Coloration, size, pattern intensity, and sex naturally vary between individual fish. The fish you receive may differ slightly from the individual pictured, and younger specimens may develop stronger coloration as they mature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAvailable Quantities:\u003c\/strong\u003e Individual fish and discounted group options are available. Because Odessa Barbs are schooling fish, we recommend keeping them in a \u003cstrong\u003egroup of at least 6\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll livestock from Felipe’s Fish is carefully selected and prepared for safe transport. Please review our shipping and Live Arrival Guarantee policies before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Felipe's Fish","offers":[{"title":"1 Fish","offer_id":52548377805080,"sku":null,"price":7.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"3 Fish","offer_id":52548377837848,"sku":null,"price":22.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"6 Fish","offer_id":52548377870616,"sku":null,"price":42.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0966\/9830\/2744\/files\/odessa1.png?v=1787256265","url":"https:\/\/felipesfish.com\/products\/odessa-barb","provider":"Felipe's Fish","version":"1.0","type":"link"}