Five-banded barb - Puntius pentazona (Asia)

Puntius pentazona is a freshwater fish belonging to the family Cyprinidae. It is a species native to Southeast Asia, primarily from the Mekong region and the Chao Phraya basin in Thailand. The name "Puntius" is a genus of freshwater fish in the family Cyprinidae, and "pentazona" means "five bands" in Greek, referring to the five vertical black stripes that adorn the fish's body.

The Puntius pentazona is a medium-sized fish, measuring about 12 cm in length. Its body is primarily red-orange with black and white spots on the fins and belly. The fins are large and well-developed, allowing it to swim quickly.

The Puntius pentazona mainly lives in the calm and shallow waters of rivers, streams, and lakes in the Asian region. It is an omnivorous fish that feeds on small insects, crustaceans, and aquatic plants.

The Puntius pentazona is often kept in aquariums for its beauty and peaceful behavior. It is an easy fish to maintain in captivity and is popular among beginner aquarists.