| Plotosidae (Eeltail catfishes) |
| 37.5 cm TL (male/unsexed) |
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demersal; freshwater |
| Asia and Oceania: central-southern New Guinea including the Upper Kikori (including Lake Kutubu), Fly-Strickland and Lorentz river systems. |
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Dorsal spines (total): 1-1; Dorsal soft rays (total): 6-7; Anal spines: 0-0; Anal soft rays: 75-93 |
| Mainly restricted to headwater streams in hilly or mountainous terrain. Prefers clear, fast-flowing streams, usually in deep rocky pools. Can ascend torrential steep-gradient streams and small waterfalls. |
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Least Concern (LC); Date assessed: 22 May 2020 Ref. (130435)
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| harmless |
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