| Family: |
Cyprinidae (Minnows or carps), subfamily: Labeoninae |
| Max. size: |
35 cm TL (male/unsexed) |
| Environment: |
benthopelagic; freshwater |
| Distribution: |
Asia: India and Sri Lanka. The status of threat refers to the population in Sri Lanka, which Pethiyagoda considers the valid name as Labeo lankae. |
| Diagnosis: |
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| Biology: |
Inhabits large streams and rivers in the upper reaches (Ref. 41236). Found in reservoirs and still waters (Ref. 11966). |
| IUCN Red List Status: |
Least Concern (LC); Date assessed: 19 September 2010 Ref. (130435)
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| Threat to humans: |
harmless |
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