| Family: |
Cyprinidae (Minnows or carps), subfamily: Torinae |
| Max. size: |
120 cm NG (male/unsexed); max.weight: 1,000.0 g |
| Environment: |
benthopelagic; freshwater |
| Distribution: |
Asia: Western Ghats, India. |
| Diagnosis: |
Dorsal spines (total): 3-3; Dorsal soft rays (total): 9-13; Anal spines: 2-2; Anal soft rays: 6-6. Moderate deep bodied, no bands or spots, 2 pairs of barbels, upper jaw longer, pre-dorsal scales 12; dorsal fin inserted equidistant between tip of snout and base of caudal fin. |
| Biology: |
Occurs in deep large rivers in upland regions (Ref. 41236). Adults prefer deep rocky pools, mostly hide under bedrocks and boulders; while juveniles prefer pools and riffles (Ref. 43631, 44151). Feed on allochthonous plant materials and debris (Ref. 44151). Breed after the monsoon, when river gets stabilized; fries available during February and March (Ref. 44151). |
| IUCN Red List Status: |
Data deficient (DD); Date assessed: 21 June 2010 Ref. (130435)
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| Threat to humans: |
harmless |
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