Species Profile
Denison's Barb
Sahyadria denisonii
Also known as: Roseline Shark, Red Line Torpedo Barb, Rose Shark
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Adult size
6″
Minimum tank
55 gal
Temperature
70–79°F
pH
6.5–7.8
Schooling
Group of 6+
Water level
mid
Diet
Flake, pellets, frozen, veggie
Notes
Also called Roseline Shark, a slim silver-and-red barb from western Indian streams. Fast swimmer, wants 55gal+ horizontal length and strong current. Schools in groups of 6+; lone individuals stress and lose color.
Compatible Tankmates
Best tank mates for Denison's Barb
Every species below passes the compatibility engine when paired with Denison's Barbin a suitably sized tank. Verdicts come from the same rules the builder uses — click a card to see that species' own care profile and its tank mates in turn.
Cardinal Tetra
ExcellentPeaceful pairing — temperament, water parameters, and size all line up.
Rummynose Tetra
ExcellentPeaceful pairing — temperament, water parameters, and size all line up.
Harlequin Rasbora
ExcellentPeaceful pairing — temperament, water parameters, and size all line up.
Zebra Danio
ExcellentPeaceful pairing — temperament, water parameters, and size all line up.
Fancy Guppy
ExcellentPeaceful pairing — temperament, water parameters, and size all line up.
Platy
ExcellentPeaceful pairing — temperament, water parameters, and size all line up.
Molly
ExcellentPeaceful pairing — temperament, water parameters, and size all line up.
Swordtail
ExcellentPeaceful pairing — temperament, water parameters, and size all line up.
Dwarf Gourami
ExcellentPeaceful pairing — temperament, water parameters, and size all line up.
Honey Gourami
ExcellentPeaceful pairing — temperament, water parameters, and size all line up.
Bolivian Ram
ExcellentPeaceful pairing — temperament, water parameters, and size all line up.
Bronze Corydoras
ExcellentPeaceful pairing — temperament, water parameters, and size all line up.
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