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Melon Barb
Haludaria fasciata
Also known as: Ember Barb • melon barb • Melon barb
Kingdom: Metazoa• Family: Cyprinidae• Order: Cypriniformes
The melon barb is a common species of cyprinid fish endemic to rivers of the states of Goa, Karnataka, Kerala and Tamil Nadu in the Western Ghats of South India. They live in a tropical climate, and water that they are found in typically has a pH of 6.0—6.5, a hardness of around 5 dGH, and a temperature range of 22–26 °C (72–79 °F). The melon barb can grow to a length of 6 centimetres (2.4 in), and may be found in the aquarium trade.
Quick Facts
Common Names:
Melon Barb, Ember Barb, melon barb, Melon barb
Class:
Actinopteri
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Data Sources
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Distribution Statistics
10
Observations
9
Countries
Top Locations
Karnataka, IN
1
Dakshina Kannada, Karnataka, India
1
Kuttampuzha, Kerala 686681, India
1
Panthrandam Chal Pakshi Sanketham
1
Nagargaon, Goa, India
1
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First: 1/26/2020 · Latest: 1/26/2026
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