Poropuntius kontumensis (Chevey, 1934)
Poropuntius kontumensis
photo by FAO

Family:  Cyprinidae (Minnows or carps), subfamily: Cyprininae
Max. size:  20 cm TL (male/unsexed)
Environment:  benthopelagic; freshwater, non-migratory
Distribution:  Asia: Cambodia and Viet Nam.
Diagnosis:  With two long pairs of barbels and usually generalized mouth parts, and a relatively large, thick head (Ref. 35912). Predorsal scales 11-13, circumferential scale rows (scale rows around body) 24-26; 12-16 total gill rakers on first arch (Ref. 12693).
Biology:  Occurs in clear mountain brooks and streams in forested areas. Feeds on insect larvae. Not known to migrate and does not persist in impoundments. Not seen in markets (Ref. 12693).
IUCN Red List Status: Data deficient (DD); Date assessed: 08 August 2010 Ref. (130435)
Threat to humans:  harmless


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