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Triplophysa dorsalis (Kessler, 1872) Gray loach |
| Family: | Nemacheilidae (Brook loaches) | |||
| Max. size: | 13 cm TL (male/unsexed) | |||
| Environment: | benthopelagic; freshwater; pH range: 7; dH range: 15 | |||
| Distribution: | Former USSR (Ref. 1441). Asia: Xinjiang Autonomous Region, China (Ref. 33800). | |||
| Diagnosis: | ||||
| Biology: | Usually found in water with slow currents, river coves and lakes. Prefers dense weeds or quiet water (Ref. 51717). | |||
| IUCN Red List Status: | Least Concern (LC); Date assessed: 03 March 2020 Ref. (130435) | |||
| Threat to humans: | harmless | |||