Sahyadria chalakkudiensis

Sahyadria chalakkudiensis is a species of cyprinid fish endemic to the Chalakkudy River, Kerala, India in the Western Ghats where it can be found in well-vegetated upper reaches of rivers. This species can reach a length of TL. It resembles the related "S. denisonii", but the colours of "S. chalakkudiensis" are less intense.
This fish along with "S. denisonii" is also known as Miss Kerala in the state and among the locals due their bright colors and shiny scales.
It is endangered by the international pet trade, habitat alteration, fisheries, and invasive fish.