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💧 Freshwater Data Deficient 🍽️ Edible 🌡️ Tropical

Goldstripe rasbora

Rasbora chrysotaenia Ahl, 1937
Max Length
3.5 cm
Max Weight
-
Lifespan
-
Trophic Level
3.1
Depth
-
Climate
Tropical
Resilience
High
Vulnerability
10.00/100
Typical Length
-
Depth Zone
-

📖 Overview

Goldstripe rasbora (Rasbora chrysotaenia) is a ray-finned fish of the family Cyprinidae. It inhabits freshwater waters. This species can reach a maximum total length of 3.5 cm. With a trophic level of 3.1, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms. It is assessed as Data Deficient on the IUCN Red List. Commercially fished and consumed as food.

Scientific Name
Rasbora chrysotaenia
Authority
Ahl, 1937
Habitat
Freshwater
Climate
Tropical
IUCN Status
DD
Max Length
3.5 cm
Trophic Level
3.1
Resilience
High
Vulnerability
10.00/100
Water Temp
22–24 °C
Salinity
0–0.5 ppt

🐟 Physical Description

Physical description for Goldstripe rasbora is currently being compiled.

🌀 Behaviour

Behavioural data for Goldstripe rasbora is currently being reviewed.

🦐 Diet

Diet information for Goldstripe rasbora is currently being compiled.

🥚 Reproduction

Reproduction data for Goldstripe rasbora is currently being compiled.

🌍 Habitat & Distribution

Freshwater; benthopelagic. Tropical; 22°C - 24°C

🌿 Ecology

Zone Preferences
💧 Freshwater
Trophic Level
3.1±0.4

📐 Morphometrics

Length–Weight Relationship: W = 0.00708 × L3.08 (TL)
Max TL
3.5cm

🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance

Temperature Range
22–24°C
Salinity Range
0–0.5ppt

🛡️ Conservation Assessment

IUCN Category
Data Deficient
Assessment Date
2019

📊 Population Risk & Fisheries

Population Resilience
High
Minimum doubling time
Fishing Vulnerability
10.00/100
Low vulnerability
Trophic Level
3.1
Predator
Climate Zone
Tropical
Described By
Ahl, 1937

🍽️ Edibility & Flavour

Nutrition

Detailed nutritional data for Goldstripe rasbora is currently being compiled from USDA FoodData Central.

🔬 Mercury Safety

Mercury data for Goldstripe rasbora has not yet been assigned. Please consult FDA/EPA guidance for general seafood safety advice.

🌿 Sustainability

Best Choice
Healthy stocks, low impact
Good Alternative
Well-managed, minor concerns
Use Caution
Check sourcing and season
Avoid
Overfished or high impact

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