Pethia stoliczkana
Pethia stoliczkana
© FishBase (CC BY-NC)Pethia stoliczkana, commonly called Stoliczka's barb, is a tiny freshwater cyprinid prized by aquarists rather than anglers. It grows to about 5 cm and inhabits slow‑moving streams and ponds where it feeds on tiny invertebrates.
Basic Information
Family
Cyprinidae
Max Size
5 cm
Habitat
freshwater
Climate
tropical
Best Season
Warm months (April–September)
Best Time
Early morning or late evening when surface insects are active
Distribution
No distribution map available
Fishing Tips for Pethia stoliczkana
- Use a size 8‑10 hook with a light split‑shot weight
- Float or bobber fishing works best in shallow water
- Offer live micro‑bait such as daphnia or mosquito larvae
- Keep the line tension light to feel the subtle nibble of this tiny fish
Top Fishing Locations for Pethia stoliczkana
Langtang River
NepalClear hill stream in the Langtang Valley known for abundant populations of Pethia stoliczkana among rocky substrates.
Best: June-August
Kudremukh River
IndiaMountain stream flowing through the Kudremukh National Park in Karnataka, offering excellent riffles for the species.
Best: July-September
Brahmaputra Tributary (Jorhat)
IndiaA side channel of the Brahmaputra near Jorhat, with slow‑moving water and plentiful vegetation where the barb thrives.
Best: October-November
Mekong Tributary near Taunggyi
MyanmarRemote upland stream in the Shan Hills, accessible only by trekking; the fish are present but less dense.
Best: May-June
Mongar River
BhutanClear, fast‑flowing river in eastern Bhutan, favored by locals for its small cyprinids including Pethia stoliczkana.
Best: July-September
Kalu River
Sri LankaCentral highland river with mixed sand‑rock beds; the species is present but requires careful searching.
Best: May-June
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Recommended Fishing Equipment for Pethia stoliczkana
Recommended Equipment
Best bait: Live daphnia, mosquito larvae