Cherry Barb

Puntius titteya — 櫻桃燈

The Cherry Barb (Puntius titteya) is a beloved freshwater fish from Sri Lanka, where males develop a striking cherry-red coloration that deepens during breeding season. Females are more subdued, displaying an olive-gold tone with a dark lateral stripe. It is a peaceful, undemanding fish that adapts well to a range of water conditions and planted community aquariums.