Gangetic loach
📖 Overview
Occurs in hill streams and mainstream rivers . A carnivorous species which feeds on insect larvae and benthic organisms .
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Gangetic loach is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Gangetic loach is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; demersal. Tropical
🌿 Ecology
insect larvae and benthic organisms (Ref
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Gangetic loach.
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 1 records indexed .
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