Rasbora naggsi explained

Rasbora naggsi, also known as Naggsi rasbora or Naggsi’s striped rasbora, is a minnow endemic to Sri Lanka. The fish was discovered from a stream running across the Sabaragamuwa Campus in Belihul-Oya, Sri Lanka.

Etymology

This species is named after the malacologist Fred Naggs.

Description

Rasbora naggsi can grow to 7.7cm (03inches) standard length.

Habitat

Rasbora naggsi occurs in fast-flowing, shaded streams with boulders and sandy substratum.

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