Black Ruby Barb – Puntius nigrofasciatus

Black Ruby Barbs (Puntius nigrofasciatus) are characterized by a bright red head, and three or four black vertical bands. All fins are black, except for the red tail. Males are generally more slender and more brightly colored than females. They are suitable for most community aquariums.

Barbs are popular aquarium fish from the Cyprinidae family, one of the largest in freshwater that also includes other popular fish like Danios and Tetras. Most of the barbs available to aquarists are from the genus Puntius although several others are also found, including Barbus, Garra, Barbonymus, Barilius and others.

The large Puntius genus ranges from tiny 1\