Leaping barb
📖 Overview
Occur at the surface of large rivers and flooded forests. Seems to move back into large rivers in March or April at the very end of the flood cycle. Diet consists mostly of exogenous insects caught at the surface. Probably used to make prahoc. Occasionally seen in the aquarium trade .
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Body depth 2.1-2.9 times in SL (deeper in larger specimens); series of 4-5 short faint bars on anterior half of body; 19-23 branched anal rays .: fusiform / normal.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Leaping barb is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; pelagic; pH range: 6.5 - 7.0; dH range: 5 - 12. Tropical; 24°C - 26°C
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🍽️ Edibility & Flavour
"Laubuka Caeruleostigmata 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 Leaping barb is currently being compiled from USDA FoodData Central.
🔬 Mercury Safety
Mercury data for Leaping barb 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 Leaping barb.
🔍 Similar Species
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