Checkered Barb

Checkered Barb (Puntius oligolepis)

The Checkered Barb is a small, peaceful fish named for its distinctive black-and-silver checkered pattern along the body. Its compact size and striking contrast make it a standout addition to planted community aquariums. These barbs are active swimmers with a calm temperament, and they enjoy being kept in schools where their natural behavior and subtle coloration are most apparent. Easy to care for and adaptable, Checkered Barbs are a great choice for hobbyists looking for something unique yet beginner-friendly.

Need to Know:

• Recommended For: Peaceful community and planted aquariums

• Minimum Tank Size: 40 litres

• Temperature Range: 20–26°C

• pH Range: 6.0–7.5

• Recommended School Size: 6 or more

• Compatibility: Peaceful; compatible with other small, non-aggressive species

• Max Size: 5 cm

Shipping Disclaimer:

All fish are usually shipped on Monday or Tuesday mornings via an overnight courier. We use NZ Couriers for all livestock shipping, we find they handle your fish with the best possible care and have quick overnight delivery nationwide.

Special Requests:

If you have any requests for gender/colour etc we will do our best to accommodate them. Please note we can not always accommodate every request due to high stock turnover and what is available at the time. We move all fish sold online into separate holding tanks while they wait to be shipped.

Rural Shipping:

Good news! If you are a rural customer, we can still ship fish to you. Your order will be shipped to your nearest NZ Couriers Depot or Collect/Send Point and you will be phoned once it arrives. You can find your nearest depot/point here: https://nzcextras.co.nz/nearestlocation/