| Osphronemidae (Gouramies), subfamily: Belontiinae |
| 18 cm TL (male/unsexed) |
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benthopelagic; freshwater; depth range 0 - 1 m |
| Asia: common in the south west quarter and mid-hill region of the Mahaweli basin, including the lower hills up to about 800 m. Found throughout Kelani and Kalu River basins, Sri Lanka. |
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| Inhabits usually slow-flowing, shallow, clear water streams, usually with a pebble or sand substrate. Territorial, usually solitary, juveniles form small schools of 3-5 individuals. Feeds on terrestrial insects and detritus. |
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Vulnerable (VU); Date assessed: 05 August 2019 (B1ab(iii)+2ab(iii)) Ref. (130435)
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| harmless |
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