Torpedo barbs debuts

(Shanghai Daily)
Updated: 2007-03-26 10:32

Torpedo barbs debuts
A red-lined torpedo barb is seen in this undated photo. The Shanghai Ocean Aquarium has put five red-lined torpedo barbs on display, the first time the fish has been exhibited to the public in China. [File Photo: aweb.com.cn]
The Shanghai Ocean Aquarium has put five red-lined torpedo barbs on display, the first time the fish has been exhibited to the public in China, officials said over the weekend.

The fish, on display in the aquarium's southeastern exhibition area, has a bright red line across its body, the most distinguishing characteristics of its appearance.

The torpedo bard, which is found in India, is difficult to keep in an artificial environment, as it needs strictly controlled water temperature and oxygen levels, aquarium officials said.

The fish are very "shy" and love to hide in the weeds and live in groups, officials said.

Shanghai Ocean Aquarium
Location: No.158, Yicheng Beilu, Pudong
Tel: 021-58779988



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