| Family: |
Botiidae (Pointface loaches), subfamily: Botiinae |
| Max. size: |
25 cm NG (male/unsexed) |
| Environment: |
demersal; freshwater |
| Distribution: |
Asia. |
| Diagnosis: |
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| Biology: |
Occurs in hill streams (Ref. 4832) and mainstream rivers (Ref. 58784). A carnivorous species which feeds on insect larvae and benthic organisms (Ref. 58784). |
| IUCN Red List Status: |
Vulnerable (VU); Date assessed: 06 October 2009 (A2cd) Ref. (130435)
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| Threat to humans: |
harmless |
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