Description
Odessa Barbs – Vibrant Colors and Energetic Schoolers
Add a splash of vivid color and spirited activity to your freshwater aquarium with the stunning Odessa Barb (Pethia padamya). Known for their bright orange-red bodies adorned with striking black and white patterns, Odessa Barbs bring dynamic beauty and lively movement to any community tank.
These barbs are peaceful, social, and best kept in schools, where their playful nature and vibrant colors truly shine. Hardy and adaptable, Odessa Barbs make an excellent choice for both beginner and experienced aquarists seeking an eye-catching centerpiece.
Key Features:
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Bright Orange-Red Body: Radiant coloration accented with bold black and white markings
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Active Schoolers: Thrive in groups of 6 or more, creating engaging schooling displays
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Peaceful & Hardy: Compatible with a variety of community fish and easy to care for
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Ideal for Community Tanks: Adds vibrant color and lively behavior without aggression
Care Guidelines:
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Tank Size: Minimum 20 gallons for a small school
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Water Temp: 72–79°F (22–26°C)
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pH Range: 6.0–7.5
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Diet: Omnivorous – high-quality flakes, pellets, and occasional live or frozen foods
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Lifespan: 4–6 years with proper care
Tip: Provide a planted aquarium with open swimming areas to let their colors and energy stand out.
Bring a burst of vibrant color and joyful energy to your tank with Odessa Barbs — a dazzling addition to any freshwater community.
Click & Collect
Livestock will only be bagged once you arrive, or if you contact us in advance to request it ready beforehand.
Local Delivery
Order anything from our in-store range and have it delivered right to you.
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Minimum spend: £50
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Delivery up to 10 miles: £10
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Delivery up to 25 miles: £20
Distances are measured “as the crow flies”, not by road.
Once your order is placed, we’ll be in touch to arrange a suitable delivery date and time.
Please note, delivery may take a little longer as we often group orders together to build an efficient delivery run.
Important: If you’re ordering a large aquarium, please ensure someone is available to help unload the van on arrival.
Dry Goods Delivery
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DPD Next Day: 1 working day (order before 12 noon)
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DX Next Day (Heavy Items & Small Aquariums): 1 working day (order before 12 noon)
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Express Pallet: 1–3 working days
If you'd like to add more items to an existing order that hasn't yet been dispatched, please place a Click & Collect order and leave a note asking us to combine the orders.
Please note: We currently only dispatch parcels Wednesday to Friday.
Pre-Order
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Livestock Delivery
Thursday Delivery – £24
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Dispatched Wednesday afternoon
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Delivered Thursday before 1pm
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Order by Wednesday 12 noon
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Minimum spend: £50
Friday Delivery – £24
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Dispatched Thursday afternoon
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Delivered Friday before 1pm
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Order by Thursday 12 noon
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Minimum spend: £50
Saturday Delivery – £29
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Dispatched Friday afternoon
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Delivered Saturday before 1pm
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Order by Friday 12 noon
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Minimum spend: £50
📦 Want to Add to an Existing Order?
No problem! Just place a Click & Collect order and leave a note asking us to link it with your original one (as long as it hasn’t been dispatched yet).
🛒 Dry Goods Now Included!
You can now include dry goods in your livestock delivery – perfect for topping up supplies in one go.
❄️ Please note: We can’t send frozen food with livestock – please order frozen items separately.
⚠️ Delivery Exclusions
Unfortunately, we’re unable to deliver livestock to the following postcodes:
Scotland & Isles:
AB30–AB56, DD8–DD10, DG3–DG9, DG12–DG14, FK17–FK21, KA18–KA19, KA26–KA30, PA20–PA38, PA80, PH3–PH40
Cornwall Isles: TR21–TR25
All of the following postcodes are excluded:
BT, HS, IM, IV, JE, KW
Plus Channel Islands and Shetland Islands
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