{"product_id":"odessa-barb","title":"Odessa Barb","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOdessa Barb\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003ePethia padamya\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Odessa Barb is a stunning and active schooling fish known for its bold colouration and energetic personality. Mature males develop a striking red stripe running along the body, contrasted by dark markings and reflective scales, while females generally display more subtle colouring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOdessa Barbs are social fish and should be kept in a \u003cstrong\u003eschool of at least 6\u003c\/strong\u003e, although larger groups are recommended. Keeping them in good numbers encourages natural behaviour, helps reduce fin-nipping, and creates an impressive display as the fish interact and move throughout the aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCare Requirements\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdult Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 6–7 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20–26°C\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.0–7.5\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peaceful but active\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Omnivore\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum Tank Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 80L+\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGroup Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6 or more\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLifespan:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 4–6 years\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOdessa Barbs thrive in well-maintained aquariums with plenty of open swimming space alongside planted areas, driftwood, and other natural décor. Their colours can look particularly impressive against a darker substrate and healthy green plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey readily accept a varied diet of quality flakes and pellets, supplemented with frozen or live foods such as brine shrimp and daphnia, along with vegetable-based foods. A varied, high-quality diet can help males develop and maintain their intense red colouration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTheir active nature makes them best suited to similarly sized and confident community fish. Slow-moving or long-finned species may not be ideal tank mates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA colourful, hardy, and energetic schooling fish that brings brilliant red colour and constant movement to the aquarium.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Paws and Claws Manawatu","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47945792454892,"sku":null,"price":9.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/1081\/5980\/files\/images_8cb0c289-a553-4ba6-88db-57297b91c67e.jpg?v=1784079881","url":"https:\/\/pawsandclawsmanawatu.co.nz\/products\/odessa-barb","provider":"Paws and Claws Manawatu ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}