Family: Cyprinidae
Odessa barb — a Cyprinidae freshwater fish. Reaches 3.4–5.1 cm; keep at 22–26 °C.
Pethia padamya is a Cyprinidae. In the aquarium it stays mostly peaceful. Plan on 3.4–5.1 cm of adult fish at 22–26 °C. Related profiles: Pethia atra, Pethia conchonius, Pethia cumingii.
A moderate-level species: mostly peaceful; some species nip fins; stable water matters more than fancy equipment.
Hold 22–26 °C and keep it stable — 22.0–26.0 °C typical for the genus. Room temperature to heated, depending on origin.
Expect 3.4–5.1 cm as an adult, living middle of the water column. A 31 L tank or larger gives it room.
Omnivore; prepared foods with regular vegetable matter. Vary the menu — quality flakes or pellets plus frozen or live foods.
Yes, with care. Mostly peaceful; some species nip fins — pair it with Similar-sized peaceful community fish — Similar size and water needs and skip Much smaller fish — May outcompete or bully tiny tankmates.
Found in clear streams and rivers over gravel; expect moderate, well-oxygenated current and appreciates well-oxygenated water.
Not a noted jumper — a standard cover still keeps dust and spray in.
In the aquarium: egg-scatterer; no parental care. Males often slimmer and more colourful.