Monday, February 22, 2021

Cherry barb,ලේ තිත්තයා, Puntius titteya

 


Cherry barb

Scientific name:Puntius titteya
Higher ClassificationPuntiusPuntius
Order:  Cypriniformes
Kingdom: Animalia

  • This endangered fish is very colorful.
  • Although many people refer to them as Blood Bitter, in some areas they are also known as Dola Bitter and Wire Bitter.
  • This fish is about four to five inches long when it grows.
  • It can be seen in small streams associated with forests.
  • Endemic to Sri Lanka.
  • They have been introduced to our countries from Mexico and Colombia.
  • Lives in freshwater associated with tropical forests.
  • Red data is also included in the book.

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