Conta conta (Hamilton, 1822)
Conta catfish
Conta conta
photo by Rahman, A.K.A.

Family:  Sisoridae (Sisorid catfishes), subfamily: Sisorinae
Max. size:  7.8 cm TL (male/unsexed)
Environment:  demersal; freshwater; pH range: 6 - 7.5; dH range: 20
Distribution:  Asia: India (Ref. 4833) and Bangladesh (Ref. 1479).
Diagnosis:   
Biology:  Occurs in rocky streams at the bases of hills.
IUCN Red List Status: Data deficient (DD); Date assessed: 12 October 2009 Ref. (130435)
Threat to humans:  harmless


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