Description
- Scientific name(s) : Tor Tambroides, Tor Tambra
- English name(s) : Malaysian Green Mahseer, Thai Green Mahseer, Greater Brook Carp
- Local name(s) : Kelah (Peninsular Malaysia), Empurau/Semah (Sarawak), Pelian (Sabah)
Salient features :
Large strong head, thick lips with median lobe lower lip. Body cylindrical with slight compression, large scales. Colour ranger from pale to bright red. Large forked tail and rudder-like anal fin.
Distribution :
Indian, Myanmar, Thailand, Borneo, Sumatra.
Habits :
Station itself in prime lies where its needs of security, shelter and food it readily served. May forage in shallow areas or close to rapids it is assured of security. A very shy fish.
Diet :
Jungle fruits, insects, crustaceans. When mature, it may forage on small baitfish.
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