Thai River Sprat
NameThai River Sprat
Scientific NameClupeichthys aesarnensis
Common NamesThai River Sprat, Isan River Sprat
FamilyClupeidae
OriginSoutheast Asia, Mekong River Basin, Thailand, Laos, Cambodia
Temperamentpeaceful
Dietomnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)20
Max Size (Inches)2
Water TypeFreshwater
Temperature Range (°F)75-82
pH Range6.0-7.5
Compatible SpeciesHarlequin Rasbora, Chili Rasbora, Celestial Pearl Danio, Neon Tetra, Ember Tetra, Dwarf Gourami, Corydoras Catfish
Description
The Thai River Sprat (*Clupeichthys aesarnensis*) is a small, schooling freshwater fish native to the Mekong River basin in Southeast Asia. Known for its slender, translucent body, it is a peaceful species that thrives in well-planted aquariums with stable water conditions.
