Adults inhabit high gradient streams over fast bedrock, cobble runs and rapids while juveniles in slower stretches of gravel and exposed tree roots . Found in rapid-running mountain streams of the middle Mekong . Feed on aquatic insect larvae, particularly Odonatans .
Has a more compact appearance; the pectoral fin reaching beyond the origin of the pelvic fins ; pectoral spines IV-VI; 6 saddles on dorsum . Pectoral fin with 5-6 simple and 10-12 branched rays .: elongated.
Behavioural data for aquarium is currently being reviewed.
Freshwater; demersal. Tropical
aquatic insect larvae, particularly Odonatans (Ref
The following diseases are known to affect aquarium.
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