Jati puti (Puntius sophore)

Family: Cyprinidae

Jati puti — a Cyprinidae freshwater fish. Reaches 6.8–10 cm; keep at 20–24 °C.

Care parameters

Water temperature
20–24 °C
pH
6–6.5
GH hardness
8–15 dGH
Adult length
6.8–10 cm
Minimum tank
120 L
Water layer
Active throughout the water column
Difficulty
Moderate
Temperament
Mostly peaceful; some species nip fins

Species overview

Puntius sophore is a Cyprinidae. In the aquarium it stays mostly peaceful. Plan on 6.8–10 cm of adult fish at 20–24 °C. Related profiles: Puntius bimaculatus, Puntius cauveriensis, Puntius chola.

Native biotope

Habitat
Clear streams and rivers over gravel
Flow
Moderate, well-oxygenated current
Dissolved O₂
Appreciates well-oxygenated water

Aquascape & hardware

Substrate
Fine gravel and sand
Hardscape
Water-worn stones and driftwood
Plants
Hardy rooted plants along the margins

Temperament, diet & tankmates

Schooling
Shoaling; keep in groups of 6 or more
Diet
Omnivore; prepared foods with regular vegetable matter
Recommended tankmates
  • Similar-sized peaceful community fish — Similar size and water needs
Avoid keeping with
  • Much smaller fish — May outcompete or bully tiny tankmates

Breeding & notes

Sexual dimorphism
Males often slimmer and more colourful
Breeding method
Egg-scatterer; no parental care

Frequently asked questions

Is Jati puti easy to keep?

Intermediate difficulty. Mostly peaceful; some species nip fins; shoaling; keep in groups of 6 or more.

What temperature and water chemistry does Jati puti need?

Aim for 20–24 °C. Room temperature to heated, depending on origin; 20.0–24.0 °C typical for the genus.

How big does Jati puti get, and what tank size?

Adults reach 6.8–10 cm; it is active throughout the water column. Plan for at least 120 litres.

What does Jati puti eat?

Omnivore; prepared foods with regular vegetable matter. Vary the menu — quality flakes or pellets plus frozen or live foods.

Can Jati puti live with other fish?

Mostly peaceful; some species nip fins; shoaling; keep in groups of 6 or more. Good company: Similar-sized peaceful community fish — Similar size and water needs. Keep away from Much smaller fish — May outcompete or bully tiny tankmates.

Where does Jati puti come from?

Its habitat is clear streams and rivers over gravel — moderate, well-oxygenated current, appreciates well-oxygenated water.

Does Jati puti jump?

Jumping is not a known issue; cover the tank anyway during water changes.

How does Jati puti breed?

In the aquarium: egg-scatterer; no parental care. Males often slimmer and more colourful.