| Family: |
Nemacheilidae (Brook loaches) |
| Max. size: |
5.2 cm SL (male/unsexed) |
| Environment: |
benthopelagic; freshwater |
| Distribution: |
Asia: subterranean fish found in underground river at Bajianjing, near Qifang of Gejiu, Yunnan, China. |
| Diagnosis: |
Eyes degenerated and only with shallow concave; barbels 3 pairs; body naked and without pigment; lateral line pores clear. |
| Biology: |
Cave-restricted species. |
| IUCN Red List Status: |
Vulnerable (VU); Date assessed: 01 August 1996 (D2) Ref. (130435)
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| Threat to humans: |
harmless |
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