Rasbora wilpita

Quick Facts

Family : Cyprinidae

Scientific Name : Rasbora wilpita

English Name : Sri Lanka Wilpita Rasbora

Local Name : Wilpita dandiya

Location : Found in Kelani to Nilwala river basins

Maximum Length : Can be grow up to 8 cm

Identification Features

Elongated body with terminal mouth Prominent symphysial knob on lower jaw Conspicuous lateral processes on premaxillary

Environment

Found in Shaded slow flowing streams with muddy or leafy substrates

Other

No sexual dimorphism

IUCN Red List Status