The trout barb has an elongated, slender body which is laterally compressed with a sharp snout.

[1] It breeds during early monsoon season, in June, spawning in heavily flooded areas.

[3] It is sexually mature at around three years old,[1] during the spawning seasons the males become brighter and the skin on their flanks becomes rougher.

[1] The trout barb is listed as Least Concern by the IUCN but the population is thought to be declining due to illegal and destructive fishing methods.

[1] The trout barb is said to have a delicate flavoured flesh and to make good sport for fly fishermen.