Synbranchidae (Swamp-eels) |
22 cm TL (male/unsexed) |
demersal; freshwater |
Asia: Abor Hills, Assam in India. |
Extremely elongate, relatively short and stubby body, with depth 24-26 times in total length; head conspicuous from rest of body, its length 14-15 times in total length; occipital crest elevated and prominent (Ref. 4832). |
Found in shallow hill streams, buried in mud (Ref. 4832). The male guards and builds nest or burrow (Ref. 205). |
Data deficient (DD); Date assessed: 20 March 2010 Ref. (130435)
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harmless |
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