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Lambchop rasbora (Trigonostigma espei)
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Cyprinidae

Lambchop rasbora

Trigonostigma espei

Two Point Five Centimeters Carp

  • Tropical
  • Regional distribution
  • Freshwater fish
  • Southeast Asia
  • Fusiform
  • Small
  • Tropical fish

The espei rasbora, or lambchop rasbora (Trigonostigma espei) is a species of ray-finned fish in the genus Trigonostigma. It is named after the dark band that appears like a lamb chop along its body. The species is predominantly found in Thailand and Cambodia, with a population additionally known to occur on the island of Phú Quốc in Vietnam.

Maximum length
2.5 cm
Water
Freshwater
Body shape
fusiform
Distribution
Asia: Thailand and Cambodia.
Conservation status
LCLeast Concern

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