Family: |
Bagridae (Bagrid catfishes) |
Max. size: |
6.2 cm SL (male/unsexed) |
Environment: |
demersal; freshwater; pH range: 3.5 - 4.5 |
Distribution: |
Asia: Malay Peninsula to Borneo. |
Diagnosis: |
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Biology: |
Has been found only in peat swamps with very acidic (pH 3.5-4.5) and tannin-stained water (Ref. 40801). Occurs in well shaded forest streams with fast-flowing water and dense growth of submerged vegetation (Ref. 85309). A gregarious species which feeds on small aquatic invertebrates (Ref. 85309). |
IUCN Red List Status: |
Least Concern (LC); Date assessed: 01 September 2018 Ref. (130435)
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Threat to humans: |
harmless |
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