| Family: |
Botiidae (Pointface loaches), subfamily: Botiinae |
| Max. size: |
7.8 cm SL (male/unsexed) |
| Environment: |
demersal; freshwater; pH range: 6 - 8; dH range: 5 - 12 |
| Distribution: |
Asia: Western Ghats and Maharashtra in India. |
| Diagnosis: |
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| Biology: |
Found in clear mountain streams (Ref. 41236). |
| IUCN Red List Status: |
Endangered (EN); Date assessed: 19 March 2011 (B2ab(iii)) Ref. (130435)
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| Threat to humans: |
harmless |
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