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Poropuntius kontumensis (Chevey, 1934) |
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| Family: | Cyprinidae (Minnows or carps), subfamily: Cyprininae | |||
| Max. size: | 20 cm TL (male/unsexed) | |||
| Environment: | benthopelagic; freshwater, non-migratory | |||
| Distribution: | Asia: Cambodia and Viet Nam. | |||
| Diagnosis: | With two long pairs of barbels and usually generalized mouth parts, and a relatively large, thick head (Ref. 35912). Predorsal scales 11-13, circumferential scale rows (scale rows around body) 24-26; 12-16 total gill rakers on first arch (Ref. 12693). | |||
| Biology: | Occurs in clear mountain brooks and streams in forested areas. Feeds on insect larvae. Not known to migrate and does not persist in impoundments. Not seen in markets (Ref. 12693). | |||
| IUCN Red List Status: | Data deficient (DD); Date assessed: 08 August 2010 Ref. (130435) | |||
| Threat to humans: | harmless | |||