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The Kengtung loach (Schistura kengtungensis) is a freshwater fish of the family Nemacheilidae that grows up to 11 cm.
Description
The Kengtung loach is a stone loach (Nemacheilidae) from fast-flowing, clear fresh water of Myanmar in Southeast Asia. The species grows to about 6 cm and has a slender, elongate, brown-banded body with small barbels around the mouth. As a bottom-dweller it lives among gravel and stones of oxygen-rich streams and rivers and snaps at insect larvae and small invertebrates. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Kengtung loach?
The Kengtung loach has an elongate, eel-like body, is mainly brown and shows a vertical stripes pattern.
Where does the Kengtung loach live?
The Kengtung loach lives in fresh water and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom. Asia: Myanmar, Cambodia, China, Laos, Thailand
How big does the Kengtung loach get?
The Kengtung loach grows to a maximum of about 11 cm.
Is the Kengtung loach dangerous to humans?
No, the Kengtung loach is harmless to humans. This species is harmless to humans. No specific first aid is needed. Still handle the fish with care: mind the fin rays and the sharp edges of the gill cover, and rinse any scratch with clean water and cover it. For a dirty or deep wound check tetanus status.
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Same genus Schistura
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