Yunnanilus chui Yang, 1991

Family:  Nemacheilidae (Brook loaches)
Max. size:  4.1 cm SL (male/unsexed)
Environment:  demersal; freshwater
Distribution:  Asia: China.
Diagnosis:  Related to Yunnanilus analis, Yunnanilus elakatis and Yunnanilus paludosus by the following common characters: lateral line incomplete, pores of the lateral line system present on head, body without scales. Can be distinguished by the combination of the following characters: lateral line very short, with only 2-4 pores; mouth terminal; barbels short; most individuals with 9 branched dorsal rays and a slender caudal peduncle (Ref. 26717).
Biology: 
IUCN Red List Status: Endangered (EN); Date assessed: 17 January 2024 (B1ab(v)) Ref. (130435)
Threat to humans:  harmless


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