Roseline Shark

General

Geographic Origin: India
Latin Name: Sahyadria denisonii
Other Names & Variants:
- Denison’s barbs
- Red-line Torpedo Barbs
- Miss Kerala
- Roseline Shark
- Denison Barbs
- Denison Barb
- Red Line Torpedo Barb
- Roseline Torpedo Barb

Characteristics

Colors: Black , Gold , Green , Red , Silver , Yellow
Lifespan: 0 - 5.0 years
Average Size: 5.67 inches
Temperament: Communal
Breeding Style: Eggs
Substrate Preference: Sand
Swim Zone: Middle

Foods

The following foods are recommended for Roseline Shark.

Algae
Algae Wafers
Blackworms (frozen)
Blackworms (live)
Blanched Vegetables
Bloodworms (frozen)
Bloodworms (live)
Brine Shrimp (frozen)
Brine Shrimp (live)
Daphnia (frozen)
Daphnia (live)
Flakes
Mysis Shrimp (frozen)
Mysis Shrimp (live)
Pellets
Tubifex Worms

Water Parameters

Parameters below are based on research and fish keeping experience. Note that fish bred in captivity can adjust to different water parameters over time. Local selection may differ.

Water Flow Preference: Fast
pH: 6.63 - 7.8
Temperature: 64.0°F - 76.67°F

Tank Mates

Below are recommended tank mates based on characteristics, behavior and water parameters.