| Family: |
Synbranchidae (Swamp-eels) |
| Max. size: |
16 cm TL (male/unsexed) |
| Environment: |
demersal; freshwater |
| Distribution: |
Asia: Kottayam in Kerala, India. |
| Diagnosis: |
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| Biology: |
Lives in subterranean waters and wells. A true cavernicolous form living in subterranean waters. Enters wells through subterranean springs (Ref. 4833). The male guards and builds nest or burrow (Ref. 205). |
| IUCN Red List Status: |
Data deficient (DD); Date assessed: 01 July 2010 Ref. (130435)
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| Threat to humans: |
harmless |
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