Labiobarbus Siamensis
📖 Overview
Occur in midwater to bottom levels of rivers and streams. Migrates out into flooded forests during high water periods where it feeds on phytoplankton, periphyton, benthic algae and some zooplankton. Used to make prahoc .
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal soft rays (total): 30. Presence of dark mark above pectoral fin forming a well defined ring (often absent); 25-30 branched dorsal rays; caudal and dorsal dusky, without well-defined color pattern .: elongated.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Labiobarbus Siamensis is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic. Tropical
🌿 Ecology
phytoplankton, periphyton, benthic algae and some zooplankton
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🍽️ Edibility & Flavour
"Labiobarbus Siamensis 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 Labiobarbus Siamensis is currently being compiled from USDA FoodData Central.
🔬 Mercury Safety
Mercury data for Labiobarbus Siamensis 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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🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Labiobarbus Siamensis.
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