Kryptopterus limpok (Bleeker, 1852) Long-barbel sheatfish |
photo by
Warren, T. |
Family: | Siluridae (Sheatfishes) | |||
Max. size: | 26 cm SL (male/unsexed) | |||
Environment: | benthopelagic; freshwater | |||
Distribution: | Asia: Thailand to Indonesia. | |||
Diagnosis: | Anal soft rays: 76-88. Maxillary barbel extends beyond last quarter of anal fin (Ref. 12693). | |||
Biology: | Found in river and streams. Feeds mostly on small fishes, along with prawns and insect larvae. Marketed fresh (Ref. 12693); processed as smoked or salted fish (Ref. 56749). | |||
IUCN Red List Status: | Least Concern (LC); Date assessed: 23 May 2019 Ref. (130435) | |||
Threat to humans: | harmless |