RED CHEEK BARB

Red-cheek barb is a freshwater fish that belongs to the same family with Common Sliver Barb. Its body is has 4 short and small barbels. The scales are quite big. The body and head are sliver white, the back is light brown and the bulges of the cheek are red in color, while caudal fin has black stripes.

Habitat

It is usually found in running water, standing water, rivers, canals, swamps and whatever it is called.

Food

It eats insects and rotten dead leaves or animals.

Behavior

It is peaceful and easy to be frightened. It likes to hide quietly and rarely swim except during feeding time.