What's the lifespan of snakeskin barbs?

Same as title. What's the lifespan of snakeskin barbs?
I really like how they look but there isn't a lot of information about them. Don't really want to keep fish that have a lifespan of only 2-3 years.

 

They can live anywhere between 4-8 years, from what I hear. I have never owned any type of barb so I'm no expert.

 

I've been told that they live around 3-5 years. Looking online though it seems to differ in range from 2-8 years.

 

I've been told that they live around 3-5 years. Looking online though it seems to differ in range from 2-8 years.

Oh really? I haven't found anything online detailing their lifespan. Would you mind linking me to some websites?
Even 3-5 years sounds good though.

 

A guide on keeping Rhomb barbs (Puntius rhomboocellatus) with forum
Lifespans of over 150 tropical fish and inverts. Article 99 on the care, upkeep and maintenance of tropical fish
Rhombo Barb (Desmopuntius rhomboocellatus) | Tropical Fish Keeping

Hope this helps.

 

Thanks!

Another question guys, do snakeskin barbs prefer the bottom of the tank or middle? Most online sources say they stick to the bottom but I have also come across some that say they stay in the upper-middle are a and area very active species.
Anyone with personal experiences with these barbs have an opinion/observation?

Just trying to do my research in full before getting these fish as I can't exactly change my mind after getting them.

 

Thanks!

Another question guys, do snakeskin barbs prefer the bottom of the tank or middle? Most online sources say they stick to the bottom but I have also come across some that say they stay in the upper-middle are a and area very active species.
Anyone with personal experiences with these barbs have an opinion/observation?

Just trying to do my research in full before getting these fish as I can't exactly change my mind after getting them.

I've only kept Black Ruby Barbs and although I was told they stick to the bottom of the tank, for me, they swim all over (130litres). Brilliant to watch and very active.

 

Thanks!

Another question guys, do snakeskin barbs prefer the bottom of the tank or middle? Most online sources say they stick to the bottom but I have also come across some that say they stay in the upper-middle are a and area very active species.
Anyone with personal experiences with these barbs have an opinion/observation?

Just trying to do my research in full before getting these fish as I can't exactly change my mind after getting them.

IME, they tend to stay middle-bottom. They like to forage the substrate when feeding.

 

Alright, thanks for the answers guys. I was actually hoping they'd swim mid-top but I think I'll get some of them anyway since they look so unique.

 

My snakeskin barbs kept mostly to the lower third except when feeding, they were far more shy than my gold barbs.