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

 Family:  Cyprinidae (Minnows or carps), subfamily: No subfamily
 Max. size:  20 cm TL (male/unsexed)
 Environment:  benthopelagic, 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  (Ref. 96402)
 Threat to humans:  harmless
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 Entered by: Torres, Armi G. - 14.06.97
 Modified by: Sampang-Reyes, Arlene G. - 05.10.00
 Checked by: Torres, Armi G. - 08.08.01

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