Dawkinsia singhala

Quick Facts

Family : Cyprinidae

Scientific Name : Dawkinsia singhala

English Name : Sri Lanka Filamented Barb

Local Name : Damkola pethiya

Location : Found in wet, dry and intermediate zones

Maximum Length : Can be grow up to 7-8cm

Identification Features

no distinct marks on caudal fin lobes or on body in advance of anal fin origin

Environment

Found in variety of habitats from fast/slow flowing streams to tanks

Other

Filamentous dorsal fin with elongated rays are absent in females Juveniles have 3 black bands on body which fade with maturity (Except band above anal fin)

IUCN Red List Status