{"product_id":"checkered-barb","title":"Checkered Barb","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"39\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"39\"\u003eCheckered Barb (Puntius oligolepis)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"41\" data-end=\"558\" class=\"\"\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"560\" data-end=\"577\" class=\"\"\u003eNeed to Know:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"579\" data-end=\"893\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"579\" data-end=\"644\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"581\" data-end=\"644\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"581\" data-end=\"601\"\u003eRecommended For:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peaceful community and planted aquariums\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"645\" data-end=\"681\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"647\" data-end=\"681\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"647\" data-end=\"669\"\u003eMinimum Tank Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 40 litres\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"682\" data-end=\"716\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"684\" data-end=\"716\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"684\" data-end=\"706\"\u003eTemperature Range:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20–26°C\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"717\" data-end=\"742\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"719\" data-end=\"742\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"719\" data-end=\"732\"\u003epH Range:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.0–7.5\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"743\" data-end=\"785\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"745\" data-end=\"785\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"745\" data-end=\"773\"\u003eRecommended School Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6 or more\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"786\" data-end=\"870\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"788\" data-end=\"870\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"788\" data-end=\"806\"\u003eCompatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peaceful; compatible with other small, non-aggressive species\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"871\" data-end=\"893\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"873\" data-end=\"893\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"873\" data-end=\"886\"\u003eMax Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/a-ADh8U5W-s?si=GtxBkh2FCkPPhD1m\" title=\"YouTube video player\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping Disclaimer:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAll 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.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Requests:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRural Shipping:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGood 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: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/nzcextras.co.nz\/nearestlocation\/\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/nzcextras.co.nz\/nearestlocation\/\u0026amp;source=gmail\u0026amp;ust=1773791819344000\u0026amp;usg=AOvVaw2k9yi1kfNS3gGYbl3HPv0B\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehttps:\/\/nzcextras.co.nz\/\u003cwbr\u003enearestlocation\/\u003c\/wbr\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Simply Fish","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41695916589133,"sku":"","price":7.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0571\/2180\/0269\/files\/Barb-Checkered.webp?v=1744278167","url":"https:\/\/simplyfish.co.nz\/products\/checkered-barb","provider":"Simply Fish","version":"1.0","type":"link"}