Fishing for Hampala barb

Hampala macrolepidota

The Hampala barb is a freshwater fish known for its streamlined body and large scales. It typically grows up to 24 inches and weighs around 11 pounds. Inhabiting fast-flowing rivers and streams in Southeast Asia, it is an agile predator, feeding on smaller fish and invertebrates. This species is known for its active and schooling behavior. This summary is AI generated

Water type

Freshwater

IUCN Status

Least concern

Threat to humans

Harmless

Source: Fishbase

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