Identity and origin
- Origin
- Sumatra and Kalimantan; wider Sundaland range
- Identity
- Native algae-grazing cyprinid
Commonly confused with other elongate algae-eaters. The accepted spelling is kalopterus, and visual similarity does not establish identity.
Before choosing this species
Care-planning notes. Confirm exact requirements for the species and source population.
- Confirm the adult size and social behaviour of the exact species before planning its aquarium.
- Establish biological filtration and stable water conditions before introducing animals.
- Ask for locality, captive history and the actual animal’s feeding record; a catalogue image cannot provide these.
Evidence record
Conservation record: A current published assessment has not been verified for this profile. This does not imply low risk or permission to trade.
Catalogue inclusion confirms a research record, not current stock, legal export, or destination-country import permission.
