| Family: |
Mochokidae (Squeakers or upside-down catfishes), subfamily: Mochokinae |
| Max. size: |
15 cm TL (male/unsexed) |
| Environment: |
benthopelagic; freshwater; pH range: 6 - 8; dH range: 5 - 19 |
| Distribution: |
Africa: lower Congo River rapids (Ref. 78218, 82238). |
| Diagnosis: |
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| Biology: |
Feeds on filamentous green algae (Ref. 6868). Oviparous (Ref. 205). |
| IUCN Red List Status: |
Vulnerable (VU); Date assessed: 16 February 2009 (D2) Ref. (130435)
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| Threat to humans: |
harmless |
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