Golden Systomus

Systomus chryseus

Pelvic and anal fins are orange

Yellow
Tropical
Regional distribution
Freshwater fish
South Asia
Fusiform
Medium
Tropical fish

The golden systomus (Systomus chryseus) is a species of cyprinid fish endemic to India. This species can reach a length of 15.2 centimetres (6.0 in) SL. It is a gold colour and has pelvic and anal fins that are orange red.

Class: Teleosts
Order: Minnows, Carps, and Loaches
Family: Cyprinidae
Genus: Systomus
Maximum length: 15.2 cm
Water: Freshwater
Body shape: fusiform
Distribution: Asia: Kerala, India.

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