| Family: |
Cyprinidae (Minnows or carps), subfamily: Cyprininae |
| Max. size: |
32 cm TL (male/unsexed); max.weight: 530.0 g |
| Environment: |
benthopelagic; freshwater, non-migratory |
| Distribution: |
Asia: Mekong basin. |
| Diagnosis: |
Body oblong (Ref. 43281), body depth 2.8-3.1 times in SL; depth of caudal peduncle 1.1-1.3 times in its length; shorter dorsal fin (length of stiff part of last simple dorsal ray less than half of body depth at dorsal-fin origin in large specimens; the yellow and black pattern on the caudal fin more contrasted (Ref. 27732). Circumferential scale rows 22-24; predorsal scales 11-13; total gill rakers on first arch 10 or fewer (Ref. 12693). |
| Biology: |
Inhabits clear forested streams. Not found in large rivers and does not persist in impoundments. Not known to migrate. Feeds mainly on insect larvae. Not seen in markets (Ref. 12693). |
| IUCN Red List Status: |
Least Concern (LC); Date assessed: 14 March 2011 Ref. (130435)
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| Threat to humans: |
harmless |
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