Psilorhynchidae (Mountain carps) |
15 cm TL (male/unsexed) |
demersal; freshwater |
Asia: Eastern Nepal. |
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Inhabits hill streams and rivers (Ref. 6351). Prefers high-gradient streams. Adheres to rocks in rapid waters with the use of its unbranched rays in the pectoral fins and the transverse folds of skin along the belly (Ref. 4832). |
Least Concern (LC); Date assessed: 16 March 2010 Ref. (130435)
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harmless |
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