Hypselobarbus micropogon
Hypselobarbus micropogon (Valenciennes, 1842)
Korhi barb
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Family:  Cyprinidae (Minnows or carps), subfamily: Torinae
Max. size:  90 cm TL (male/unsexed)
Environment:  benthopelagic; freshwater, potamodromous
Distribution:  Asia: headwaters of Cauvery in Nilgiri, Wynaad and Karnataka in India (Ref. 41236). Endangered in India (Ref. 44149).
Diagnosis:   
Biology:  Inhabits deeper part of large streams and rivers along the base of the ghats (Ref. 41236). Has been introduced into reservoirs and lakes in peninsular India (Ref. 4832). Prefers rocky streams and fast flowing rivers. Feeds on debris and plant matter (Ref. 44149). Spawns in the upper Cauvery.
IUCN Red List Status: Endangered (EN); Date assessed: 06 March 2021 (B2ab(ii,iii)) Ref. (130435)
Threat to humans:  harmless


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