Monopterus eapeni Talwar, 1991

Family:  Synbranchidae (Swamp-eels)
Max. size:  16 cm TL (male/unsexed)
Environment:  demersal; freshwater
Distribution:  Asia: Kottayam in Kerala, India.
Diagnosis:   
Biology:  Lives in subterranean waters and wells. A true cavernicolous form living in subterranean waters. Enters wells through subterranean springs (Ref. 4833). The male guards and builds nest or burrow (Ref. 205).
IUCN Red List Status: Data deficient (DD); Date assessed: 01 July 2010 Ref. (130435)
Threat to humans:  harmless


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