| Family: |
Cyprinidae (Minnows or carps), subfamily: Torinae |
| Max. size: |
32 cm TL (male/unsexed) |
| Environment: |
benthopelagic; freshwater |
| Distribution: |
Asia: Western Ghats of Karnataka, India. |
| Diagnosis: |
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| Biology: |
A fast growing and valuable species for stocking in even temporary waters. Does not breed in ponds. |
| IUCN Red List Status: |
Least Concern (LC); Date assessed: 20 March 2011 Ref. (130435)
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| Threat to humans: |
harmless |
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