Osteochilichthys thomassi (Day, 1877)
Konti barb

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:   
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)
Threat to humans:  harmless


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