Description

Also known as Checker Barb, Checkerboard Barb, Iridescent Barb, Island Barb, Sumatra Barb.

Found in schools, over creeks, rivers and lakes.
They feed on crustaceans, insects, plants and worms.
Length - 5cm
Depth - ?m
Widespread Asia

Very common in the aquarium trade.
Cyprinids are stomachless fish with toothless jaws. Ref: http://www.fishbase.se/summary/4763