Eyespot rasbora
📖 Overview
Eyespot rasbora (Brevibora dorsiocellata), first described by Duncker, 1904 is a tiny fish in the family Cyprinidae (order Cypriniformes). Adults typically reach 2.30 cm in maximum length. It inhabits freshwater systems including rivers, streams, and lakes. It occurs in Tropical waters. It is broadly omnivorous, taking invertebrates, plant matter, and detritus. On the IUCN Red List, it is classified as Endangered.The species is important as a food fish and a species of conservation concern. As a member of the Cyprinidae, it shares life-history and morphological traits with its relatives in the group.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Eyespot rasbora is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Eyespot rasbora is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
Spawns in shallow water around 15cm.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic; pH range: 6.0 - 6.5; dH range: ? - 12. Tropical; 20°C - 25°C
🌿 Ecology
worms, crustaceans and insects (Ref
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🍽️ Edibility & Flavour
"Eyespot rasbora is an edible species."
- Clear, bright eyes — cloudy eyes indicate age
- Firm flesh that springs back when pressed
- Fresh ocean smell, never strong or ammonia-like
- Bright red or pink gills, not grey or brown
- Shiny, moist skin with scales tightly attached
- Cloudy or sunken eyes
- Strong fishy or ammonia odour
- Soft, mushy flesh that doesn't spring back
- Discoloured or dry flesh
⚡ Nutrition
Detailed nutritional data for Eyespot rasbora is currently being compiled from USDA FoodData Central.
🔬 Mercury Safety
Mercury data for Eyespot rasbora has not yet been assigned. Please consult FDA/EPA guidance for general seafood safety advice.
🌿 Sustainability
🔬 Full Nutritional Profile
Per 100g - Raw, per 100g - Source: USDA FoodData Central templates (generic fish average)
📊 Population Dynamics
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🌐 Names & Taxonomy
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🇬🇧English | Emerald-Eye Rasbora · Eyespot Rasbora · ocellated rasbora |
| 🌍CES | razbora okoskvrnná |
| 🇵🇹Portuguese | Rasbora-esmeralda |
| 🇷🇺Russian | Глазчатая расбора |
| 🌍THA | ปลาซิวตาฟ้า |
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Eyespot rasbora.
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 7 records indexed .
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