| Family: |
Cyprinidae (Minnows or carps), subfamily: Smiliogastrinae |
| Max. size: |
3.9 cm TL (male/unsexed) |
| Environment: |
benthopelagic; freshwater |
| Distribution: |
Asia: Pakistan, India, Bangladesh and Myanmar. |
| Diagnosis: |
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| Biology: |
Occurs in clear streams and rivers (Ref. 4832). Found in standing waters, over silt and mud (Ref. 41236). Feeds on worms, crustaceans, insects and plant matter (Ref. 7020). |
| IUCN Red List Status: |
Least Concern (LC); Date assessed: 20 March 2010 Ref. (130435)
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| Threat to humans: |
harmless |
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