Family: |
Siluridae (Sheatfishes) |
Max. size: |
24 cm TL (male/unsexed) |
Environment: |
benthopelagic; freshwater |
Distribution: |
Asia: Thailand to Indonesia. |
Diagnosis: |
Dorsal spines (total): 0-0; Dorsal soft rays (total): 0-0; Anal soft rays: 74-83. Head length 6.5-7.2 times in SL; a single patch of vomerine teeth (Ref. 12693). |
Biology: |
Found in rivers, streams and canals. Feeds mainly on small fishes, along with prawns and insect larvae. Marketed fresh (Ref. 12693). |
IUCN Red List Status: |
Least Concern (LC); Date assessed: 22 May 2019 Ref. (130435)
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Threat to humans: |
harmless |
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