|
Hemiculterella macrolepis Chen, 1989 |
| Family: | Xenocyprididae (East Asian minnows) | |||
| Max. size: | 13.5 cm SL (male/unsexed) | |||
| Environment: | benthopelagic; freshwater | |||
| Distribution: | Asia: Mekong basin in Xishuang-banna (Yunnan, China) and in Laos. | |||
| Diagnosis: | Distinguishable by its sharp keel between the base of the pelvic fins and the anus; 42-46+1-2 lateral line scales (Ref. 27732); 11-14 1/2 branched anal rays (Ref. 43281). | |||
| Biology: | Inhabits upper reaches of large streams, with moderately swift current (Ref. 43281). | |||
| IUCN Red List Status: | Data deficient (DD); Date assessed: 21 January 2011 Ref. (130435) | |||
| Threat to humans: | harmless | |||