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Rasbora caudimaculata Volz, 1903 Greater scissortail |
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| Family: | Danionidae (Danios), subfamily: Rasborinae | |||
| Max. size: | 17 cm SL (male/unsexed) | |||
| Environment: | benthopelagic; freshwater | |||
| Distribution: | Asia: Malaysia, Indonesia and the lower Mekong basin. | |||
| Diagnosis: | Has 11-12 predorsal scale rows; scale margins highlighted by reticulated melanin pattern; caudal fin red with black tips of caudal lobes (Ref. 12693). | |||
| Biology: | Inhabits forest creeks, usually over sandy substrate (Ref. 56749). Occurs near the surface of streams. Not a common species, with apparently localized populations. Feeds mainly on exogenous insects. Rarely seen in markets, but common in the aquarium trade (Ref. 12693). | |||
| IUCN Red List Status: | Least Concern (LC); Date assessed: 13 January 2019 Ref. (130435) | |||
| Threat to humans: | harmless | |||