Trout barb
📖 Overview
Trout barb (Raiamas bola), first described by Hamilton, 1822 is a medium-sized fish in the family Cyprinidae (order Cypriniformes). Adults typically reach 35.00 cm in maximum length and up to 2.300 kg. It inhabits freshwater systems including rivers, streams, and lakes. It occurs in Tropical waters. It feeds on a mix of small fish and invertebrates as a mid-level predator. On the IUCN Red List, it is classified as Least Concern.The species is important as a food fish, valued as a game and sport species, kept in the aquarium hobby, and considered a sustainable seafood option under current management. 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 Trout barb is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Trout barb is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; demersal; potamodromous . Tropical recorded from Bhutan (Ref.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🎣 Angling Guide
- medium-heavy 7ft spinning rod
- 30-50 lb braid
- fluorocarbon leader
- grass flats
- oyster bars
- marsh drains
- deeper channel edges
Use barbless hooks, minimise air exposure, and revive fish head-first in current before release.
⚠️ Slot limits protect breeding-size fish. Verify daily bag limits.
🍽️ Edibility & Flavour
"Trout barb 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 Trout barb is currently being compiled from USDA FoodData Central.
🔬 Mercury Safety
Mercury data for Trout 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
| Year | Region | Index | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
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🌐 Names & Taxonomy
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🌍CES | rajamas indický |
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barilius bola | Hamilton | 1822 | Synonym |
| Barilius corbetti | Tilak & Husain | 1980 | Synonym |
| Barilius goha | Hamilton | 1822 | Synonym |
| Barilius jalkapoorei | Shrestha | 1980 | Synonym |
| Bola bola | Hamilton | 1822 | Synonym |
| Bola goha | Hamilton | 1822 | Synonym |
| Cyprinus bola | Hamilton | 1822 | Synonym |
| Cyprinus goha | Hamilton | 1822 | Synonym |
| Leuciscus salmoides | Blyth | 1858 | Synonym |
| Opsarius goha | Hamilton | 1822 | Synonym |
| Opsarius gracilis | McClelland | 1839 | Synonym |
| Opsarius megastomus | McClelland | 1839 | Synonym |
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Trout barb.
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 1 records indexed .
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