| Family: |
Cyprinidae (Minnows or carps), subfamily: Cyprininae |
| Max. size: |
18.97 cm SL (male/unsexed) |
| Environment: |
benthopelagic; freshwater |
| Distribution: |
Asia: China. |
| Diagnosis: |
Dorsal soft rays (total): 8-8; Anal soft rays: 5-5. Microphthalmic; depigmented; covered by large scales (Ref. 44736). |
| Biology: |
Cave-restricted species. |
| IUCN Red List Status: |
Vulnerable (VU); Date assessed: 01 August 1996 (D2) Ref. (130435)
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| Threat to humans: |
harmless |
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