Author: (Valenciennes, 1842)
FBname: Spotted barb
Comments: Occurs from sea level to at least 2000 m above sea level and is commonly found below waterfalls in isolated mountain streams and on small islands inhabited by few other freshwater fishes (Ref. 2091).  Inhabits medium to large rivers, stagnant water bodies including sluggish flowing canals and brooks of the middle Mekong (Ref. 12975).  Found in middle to bottom depths in fairly shallow waters where it feeds on zooplankton, insect larvae and some vascular plants.  Probably does not migrate (Ref. 12693).