Formosania lacustris (Steindachner, 1908)
Formosania lacustris
photo by Liao, T.-Y.

Family:  Gastromyzontidae (Hillstream loaches)
Max. size:  12 cm TL (male/unsexed)
Environment:  demersal; freshwater; depth range 1 - 10 m
Distribution:  Asia: endemic to Taiwan.
Diagnosis:   
Biology:  Inhabits rapid flowing streams. Feeds on periphytic algae on rock surfaces.
IUCN Red List Status: Not Evaluated (N.E.) Ref. (130435)
Threat to humans:  harmless


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