Author: (Bleeker, 1854)
FBname: Javanese ricefish
Comments: Found in ditches, canals, ponds.  Occurs at the surface in habitats with dense growth of aquatic plants.  Feeds on small crustaceans, insects and protozoans (Ref. 12693).  Non-annual breeder.  Is very difficult to maintain in aquarium (Ref. 27139).  Not seen in markets (Ref. 12693).