| Cyprinidae (Minnows or carps), subfamily: Smiliogastrinae |
| 108 cm TL (male/unsexed); max. reported age: 6 years |
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benthopelagic; freshwater |
| Africa: upper reaches of Blyde River, Limpopo system, eastern Transvaal, South Africa; previously known from the Treur and Sabie rivers. |
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| Found mainly in small pools and behind rocks in flowing runs of clear mountain streams. Feeds on aquatic invertebrates, particularly insects. Co-exists with the small amphiliid catfish Amphilius natalensis (Ref. 6465). Breeds in early summer, with both sexes developing small tubercles on the head. |
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Critically Endangered (CR); Date assessed: 06 December 2016 (B1ab(iii)) Ref. (130435)
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| harmless |
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