Redstripe rasbora
📖 Overview
Found in peats and secondary peat forest streams . Common in forest streams and clear black waters . Occurs at midwater levels to surface in shallow sluggish and standing waters, marshes and swamps, usually under forest canopies. Appears to prefer soft acidic water that is often tannin-stained. Found in small openings of generally dense vegetation. Feeds on zooplankton and some insects. Not seen in markets, but popular in aquarium trade .
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Lateral line incomplete; height of dorsal fin greater than body depth; body very slender with long fins .: elongated.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Redstripe rasbora is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Redstripe rasbora is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Reproduction data for Redstripe rasbora is currently being compiled.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic; pH range: 5.0 - 6.0; dH range: 5 - 12. Tropical; 23°C - 25°C
🌿 Ecology
zooplankton and some insects
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🍽️ Edibility & Flavour
"Redstripe 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 Redstripe rasbora is currently being compiled from USDA FoodData Central.
🔬 Mercury Safety
Mercury data for Redstripe rasbora has not yet been assigned. Please consult FDA/EPA guidance for general seafood safety advice.
🌿 Sustainability
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rasbora agilis | Ahl | 1937 | Synonym |
| Rasbora pauciperforata | Weber & de Beaufort | 1916 | Synonym |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 3 records indexed .
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