Sinocyclocheilus microphthalmus Li, 1989
Small eye golden-line fish

Family:  Cyprinidae (Minnows or carps), subfamily: Cyprininae
Max. size:  18.97 cm SL (male/unsexed)
Environment:  benthopelagic; freshwater
Distribution:  Asia: China.
Diagnosis:  Dorsal soft rays (total): 8-8; Anal soft rays: 5-5. Microphthalmic; depigmented; covered by large scales (Ref. 44736).
Biology:  Cave-restricted species.
IUCN Red List Status: Vulnerable (VU); Date assessed: 01 August 1996 (D2) Ref. (130435)
Threat to humans:  harmless


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