https://cdn.fishfyi.com/og/fish/assam-mahseer.png

Assam mahseer

Tor putitora

Not Evaluated Freshwater
Max Length
275.0 cm
Max Weight
54.0 kg
Depth Range
0-?m
Family

Physical Description

Measurement Value
Maximum Length 275.0 cm
Maximum Weight 54.0 kg
Depth Range 0-?m

Habitat & Distribution

Water Type
Freshwater
Depth Range
0-?m
{# Distribution Map — SVG world map highlighting countries where the fish is found. Expects: distribution_country_codes (JSON array of ISO alpha-2 codes) #}

Fishing Information

Game Fish
Yes

Taxonomy

Order Cypriniformes (Carps and minnows)
Family Cyprinidae (Carps and minnows)
Species Tor putitora

Frequently Asked Questions

How big does Assam mahseer get?
Assam mahseer can grow up to 275.0 cm long and weigh 54.0 kg.
What family does Assam mahseer belong to?
Assam mahseer (Tor putitora) belongs to the family Cyprinidae (Carps and minnows) in the order Cypriniformes (Carps and minnows).

Similar Fish

Other species in the Cyprinidae family

External Databases

Explore More

Fish Rankings

Discover the largest, heaviest, and most exciting fish species

Nature FYI Family

Explore more wildlife and biodiversity encyclopedias