Loach

Botia histrionica

Cobitoid Fish beneath Asian Waters

Loach is a freshwater fish found around Asia. It inhabits freshwater habitats. The species reaches a recorded maximum of 13 cm.

Class: Teleosts
Order: Minnows, Carps, and Loaches
Family: Botiidae
Genus: Botia
Maximum length: 13 cm
Water: Freshwater
Distribution: Asia: India and Myanmar. Found in Salween basin (Ref. 12041 ).
Conservation status: LCLeast Concern

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