Bagrichthys hypselopterus
Bagrichthys hypselopterus (Bleeker, 1852)
Blacklancer catfish
photo by Roberts, T.R.


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Family:  Bagridae (Bagrid catfishes)
Max. size:  40 cm TL (male/unsexed)
Environment:  demersal; freshwater
Distribution:  Asia: Thailand to Indonesia.
Diagnosis:   
Biology:  Inhabits main rivers over muddy substrate, in deep waters with swift current (Ref. 56749). Feeds on insects and small fishes (Ref. 56749).
IUCN Red List Status: Least Concern (LC); Date assessed: 01 September 2018 Ref. (130435)
Threat to humans:  harmless


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