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Oliotius oligolepis (Bleeker, 1853) Checkered barb |
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| Family: | Cyprinidae (Minnows or carps), subfamily: Smiliogastrinae | |||
| Max. size: | 5 cm TL (male/unsexed) | |||
| Environment: | benthopelagic; freshwater; pH range: 6 - 6.5; dH range: 10 | |||
| Distribution: | Asia: Sumatra, Indonesia (Ref. 7050). Has been transported worldwide and recorded from natural waters in Colombia (Ref. 1739). | |||
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| Biology: | In creeks, rivers and lakes. Feeds on worms, small crustaceans, insects and plant matter (Ref. 7020). | |||
| IUCN Red List Status: | Least Concern (LC); Date assessed: 24 April 2020 Ref. (130435) | |||
| Threat to humans: | harmless | |||