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Puntius denisoni
Denisons Flying Fox
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Puntius denisoni - Denisons Flying Fox - This species is also referred to as the
This species is also referred to as the 'redline torpedo barb'
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(Other members of the genus Puntius)

ADULT SIZE: 15 cm

WATER CONDITIONS: Moderately soft and acidic

TEMPERATURE RANGE: 18-25 C

FOOD: Feed Puntius denisoni live and dried foods

DISTRIBUTION: This species comes from India

AQUARIUM CARE: An active shoaling barb that is endangered in the wild. A comparatively large species, this brightly coloured fish has become more popular in the aquarium trade in recent years.

BREEDING: Unknown

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Puntius denisoni
Denisons Flying Fox

This species is also referred to as the

This species is also referred to as the 'redline torpedo barb'

This species is sociable, and good for the community tank

This species is sociable, and good for the community tank


Puntius denisoni
Denisons Flying Fox
breeding notes

BREEDING: Unknown

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This page summarises breeding reports provided by visitors to this site, along with some statistical analysis. Please feel free to contribute - whatever your experience!

1 breeder has filled in a breeding report, a summary of which is shown in the graphs below. You can read the full reports here.

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Would Puntius denisoni be a good addition to a community tank?
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  1. Never
  2. Doubtful, only with VERY calm fish
  3. Only with species of similar size
  4. Yes, a good community fish

How would you describe the disposition of Puntius denisoni?
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  1. Very timid
  2. Slightly timid
  3. Neutral
  4. Somewhat aggresive on occasions
  5. Very aggressive

In which water conditions do you keep these fish?
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  1. Very soft and acidic
  2. Moderately soft and acidic
  3. Neutral
  4. Moderately hard and alkaline
  5. Very hard and alkaline

At what average temperature?
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  1. 10-15°C
  2. 16-19°C
  3. 20-23°C
  4. 24-27°C
  5. 28°C+

What, if any is the biggest difficulty encountered when breeding these fish?
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  1. Poor egg production
  2. Poor egg survival
  3. Poor fry survival rate
  4. Deformities
  5. Skewed sex ratio

How would you describe sex ratios when breeding Puntius denisoni? If you are unsure please leave this question unanswered.
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  1. Almost all males
  2. Somewhat male heavy
  3. Roughly equal
  4. Somewhat female heavy
  5. Almost all females

In general, how difficult is Puntius denisoni to keep and breed?
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  1. Very easy
  2. Easy
  3. Average
  4. Difficult
  5. Very difficult

How sucessful have you been at breeding Puntius denisoni?
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  1. Very unsucessful
  2. Fairly unsucessful
  3. Average
  4. Fairly sucessful
  5. Very sucessful


Remember, each record represents only one persons experience; if you had different results, or used different methods, please share your experiences


Water conditions: Moderately soft and acidic Water temperature: 24-27oC
Disposition: Slightly timid Community tank?: Doubtful, only with VERY calm fish
Spawning Method: Long term (fry appear with adults)Breeding problems:
Poor egg survival
Sex ratio: Almost all malesBreeding difficulty: Very easy
Sucess: Very sucessfulYears Experience: 3
Other Comments:
Date this record created: 21st August 2019Breeding date: 2019
Breeder: Chase GartzkeLocation: South Carolina, USA

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