| Siluridae (Sheatfishes) |
| 26 cm SL (male/unsexed) |
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benthopelagic; freshwater |
| Asia: Thailand to Indonesia. |
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Anal soft rays: 76-88. Maxillary barbel extends beyond last quarter of anal fin (Ref. 12693). |
| Found in river and streams. Feeds mostly on small fishes, along with prawns and insect larvae. Marketed fresh (Ref. 12693); processed as smoked or salted fish (Ref. 56749). |
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Least Concern (LC); Date assessed: 23 May 2019 Ref. (130435)
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| harmless |
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Known from the Mekong, Chao Phraya and Maeklong basins. Also recorded from Bang Pakong river (Chachoengsao) (Ref. 37773). Threatened due to habitat loss (Ref. 58784). Also Ref. 2091, 43281.
Status of threat: Endangered (Ref. 58784). |
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