About Pethia dibrugarhensis:
- It is a member of the Cyprinidae family and is classified as a
- Habitat: It was found inhabiting moderately fast-flowing sections of the river, with a substrate composed of mud, sand, and stones.
- The species is known to coexist with several other small indigenous fish in the region.
- Features of Pethia dibrugarhensis:
- The new species is distinguished by a unique combination of morphological features
- It consists of an incomplete lateral line, a prominent black blotch extending to both the dorsal and ventral sides of the caudal peduncle, and the absence of humeral marks and barbels.
What are Barb Fishes?
- These are any of numerous freshwater fishes belonging to a genus in the carp family, Cyprinidae.
- The barbs are native to Europe, Africa, and Asia.
- The members of this genus typically have one or more pairs of barbels (slender, fleshy protuberances) near the mouth and often have large, shining scales.
