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💧 Freshwater Least Concern 🍽️ Edible 🌡️ Tropical

Lambchop rasbora

Trigonostigma espei Meinken, 1967
Max Length
2.5 cm
Max Weight
-
Lifespan
-
Trophic Level
3.1
Depth
-
Climate
Tropical
Resilience
High
Vulnerability
10.00/100
Typical Length
-
Depth Zone
-

📖 Overview

Lambchop rasbora (Trigonostigma espei) is a ray-finned fish of the family Cyprinidae. It inhabits freshwater waters. This species can reach a maximum total length of 2.5 cm. With a trophic level of 3.1, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms. It is assessed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List. Commercially fished and consumed as food.

Scientific Name
Trigonostigma espei
Authority
Meinken, 1967
Habitat
Freshwater
Climate
Tropical
Body Shape
Fusiform / normal
IUCN Status
LC
Max Length
2.5 cm
Trophic Level
3.1
Resilience
High
Vulnerability
10.00/100
Water Temp
23–28 °C
Salinity
0–0.5 ppt

🐟 Physical Description

Lambchop-shaped black blotch on caudal peduncle.: fusiform / normal.

🌀 Behaviour

Behavioural data for Lambchop rasbora is currently being reviewed.

🦐 Diet

Diet information for Lambchop rasbora is currently being compiled.

🥚 Reproduction

Spawning occurs in shallow water of 15-20cm of depth .

🌍 Habitat & Distribution

Freshwater; benthopelagic; pH range: 6.0 - 6.5; dH range: ? - 12. Tropical; 23°C - 28°C

🌿 Ecology

Zone Preferences
💧 Freshwater
Trophic Level
3.1±0.4

📐 Morphometrics

Length–Weight Relationship: W = 0.00891 × L3.02 (TL)
Max TL
2.5cm

🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance

Temperature Range
23–28°C
pH Range
6–6.5
Salinity Range
0–0.5ppt

🛡️ Conservation Assessment

IUCN Category
Least Concern
Assessment Date
2011

📊 Population Risk & Fisheries

Population Resilience
High
Minimum doubling time
Fishing Vulnerability
10.00/100
Low vulnerability
Trophic Level
3.1
Predator
Body Shape
Fusiform / normal
Climate Zone
Tropical
Described By
Meinken, 1967

🍽️ Edibility & Flavour

Nutrition

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

🔬 Mercury Safety

Mercury data for Lambchop 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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