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Nov 18,
Duringlanis romani
updated report by Jools (b:48)
Nov 19,
Hypancistrus zebra
updated report by Jools (b:10)
Jan 01,
Oryzias latipes
new report by bekateen (b:31)
Aug 12,
Herotilapia multispinosa
new report by bekateen (b:28)
Jul 05,
Laetacara dorsigera
updated report by bekateen (b:39)
May 11,
Heterandria formosa
updated report by bekateen (b:7)
Nov 13,
Nanochromis splendens
updated report by Bettaja (b:43)
Feb 21,
Neoheterandria elegans
new report by bekateen (b:3)
Feb 19,
Copella arnoldi
updated report by bekateen (b:38)
Jan 02,
Tanichthys albonubes
updated report by bekateen (b:28)
Nov 08,
Poecilia reticulata
new report by Divemaster (b:29)
Oct 30,
Hoplisoma paleatum
new report by Divemaster (b:31)
Aug 19,
Hypancistrus zebra
new report by JKvalvaag (b:37)
Aug 19,
Hoplisoma sterbai
new report by JKvalvaag (b:36)
Aug 19,
Danio margaritatus
new report by JKvalvaag (b:30)
Aug 15,
Semotilus atromaculatus
new report by Divemaster (b:31)
Nov 29,
Synodontis multipunctatus
new report by Cichlidon (b:15)
Aug 24,
Poecilia sphenops
new report by HUNdani (b:8)
Aug 22,
Apistogramma cacatuoides
new report by HUNdani (b:8)
Aug 22,
Xiphophorus hellerii
new report by HUNdani (b:6)
Aug 22,
Osteogaster aenea
new report by HUNdani (b:8)
Aug 22,
Psalidodon anisitsi
new report by HUNdani (b:8)
May 28,
Gastrodermus pygmaeus
new report by Onsaud (b:43)
May 21, Nomorhamphus ebrardtii new report by tyrano34 (b:16)
Mar 22,
Benitochromis finleyi
new report by Andi8421 (b:8)
Mar 21,
Pelvicachromis pulcher
new report by Andi8421 (b:0)
Nov 08,
Haplochromis vanheusdeni
new report by Anton (b:8)
Jul 30,
Gastrodermus sp. (C123)
new report by Bd79 (b:0)
Jun 07,
Clupisoma bastari
new report by djtonyel (b:7)
May 12, Poeciliopsis prolifica new report by Harold Weiss (b:34)
Jan 24,
Benitochromis ufermanni
new report by Anton (b:5)
Jan 16,
Benitochromis batesii
new report by Anton (b:43)

May 22, 09:14 Cambeva horacioi (Trichomycteridae)
[changes]
Desc_by changed to [dos Reis, Frota, Fabrin & da Graça] from [Reis, Frota, Fabrin & Graça].

Type_locality changed to [Rio Barra Bonita, Rio Ivaí basin, upper Rio Paraná system, municipality of Prudentópolis, Paraná State, Brazil, 25°04'08"S, 51°06'48"W.] from [Rio Barra Bonita, Rio Ivaí basin, upper Rio Paraná system, municipality of Prudentópolis, Paraná State, Brazil, 25°04'08"S, 51°06'48"W.].
May 19, 11:42
Hypancistrus seideli
(Loricariidae)
[changes]
Desc_by changed to [Sousa, Sousa, Oliveira, Sabaj Pérez, Zuanon & Rapp Py-Daniel] from [].

Year changed to [2025] from [1990].

Original_desc changed to [y] from [-].

Type_locality changed to [Vitória do Xingu, Itaubinha, pedral, Pará State, Brazil, 02°53'21"S, 51°56'26"W.] from [Lower Xingú or Tocantins, Pará, Brazil].

Type_loc_lat changed to [-2.8891666666667] from [0].

Type_loc_long changed to [-51.940555555556] from [0].

Genus_etymology changed to [A contraction of the Greek hypo (meaning less than) and ancistrus, an allusion to the reduced number of teeth (particularly in the lower jaw) found in this genus.] from [A contraction of the Greek hypo (meaning less than) and ancistrus, an allusion to the reduced number of teeth (particularly in the lower jaw) found in this genus.].

Literature changed to [Neotropical Ichthyology v. 23 (no. 1): e240080, pp 11, Figs. 5-7.] from [].

Identification changed to [A distinctive L number that is most often confused with a few other similarly patterned species, such as L333, L318, L399, L400 and L401. Youngsters however are quite different from the adults. Both fishes have a light base with dark lines. L066 has a paler base colouration than L333 where L333 has a yellow/light brown base colouration, and more slender. Both L066 and L333 are from Rio Xingu
L066 has even/straight lines in the fins, other similar fish do not
L318 and L401 comes from different rivers other than RIo Xingu, so if capture location is available, then the difference is very obvious. Both of these fishes have a dark base colouration with lighter lines. L318 also has more wide areas of dark colour and the lighter lines are often broken. L401 has narrower dark areas, but still many broken lines.] from [A distinctive L number that is most often confused with a few other similarly patterned species, such as L333, L318, L399, L400 and L401. Youngsters however are quite different from the adults. Both fishes have a light base with dark lines. L066 has a paler base colouration than L333 where L333 has a yellow/light brown base colouration, and more slender. Both L066 and L333 are from Rio Xingu
L066 has even/straight lines in the fins, other similar fish do not
L318 and L401 comes from different rivers other than RIo Xingu, so if capture location is available, then the difference is very obvious. Both of these fishes have a dark base colouration with lighter lines. L318 also has more wide areas of dark colour and the lighter lines are often broken. L401 has narrower dark areas, but still many broken lines. ].

Sexing changed to [Adult males develope teeth-like odontodes around the head and the pectoral fins. Viewed from above the female looks much more massive than the male.] from [Adult males develope teeth-like odontodes around the head and the pectoral fins. Viewed from above the female looks much more massive than the male. ].

Genus_feeding changed to [Unlike the popular opinion of many other loricariids, Hypancistrus are more carnivores than algae eaters. This is backed up by a small and lightly toothed mouth that indicates they are poor algae scrapers. Provide small and frequent supply of mainly meaty foods such as dry discus food, bloodworm and even brineshrimp with the infrequent offering of flake or algae tablets.] from [Unlike the popular opinion of many other loricariids, Hypancistrus are more carnivores than algae eaters. This is backed up by a small and lightly toothed mouth that indicates they are poor algae scrapers. Provide small and frequent supply of mainly meaty foods such as dry discus food, bloodworm and even brineshrimp with the infrequent offering of flake or algae tablets.].

Feeding changed to [Carnivore - feed with bloodworms, mussel, sinking prepared food (such as Tetra bits), carnivore wafers, shrimp pellets and so on.] from [Carnivore - feed with bloodworms, mussel, sinking prepared food (such as Tetra bits), carnivore wafers, shrimp pellets and so on. ].

Furniture changed to [A hiding space for each fish is required.] from [A hiding space for each fish is required. ].

Genus_tankmates changed to [Small tetras and other similar small fish. Also Corydoras. Care has to be taken to ensure that they get enough food, as they can be a bit shy and slow to grab food when available.] from [Small tetras and other similar small fish. Also Corydoras. Care has to be taken to ensure that they get enough food, as they can be a bit shy and slow to grab food when available.].

Genus_breeding changed to [All Hypancistrus are closed cave spawners. Males trap females in the cave, eggs are laid and fertilised after which the male guards them until the fry are free swimming.] from [All Hypancistrus are closed cave spawners. Males trap females in the cave, eggs are laid and fertilised after which the male guards them until the fry are free swimming.].
May 19, 11:42
Bagrichthys hypselopterus
(Bagridae)
[changes]
Brazil_negative_list changed to [n] from [].

Literature changed to [Natuurkundig Tijdschrift voor Nederlandsch Indië v. 3 (no. 4), pp 588.] from [Natuurkundig Tijdschrift voor Nederlandsch Indië v. 3 (no. 4), pp 588.].

Genus_identification changed to [Members of the highly specialized and unusually-shaped bagrid catfish genus Bagrichthys Bleeker, 1858, live in large muddy rivers throughout Southeast Asia and are characterised by their elongate and laterally compressed caudal peduncle, the dorsally-directed serrations on the posterior edge of the dorsal-fin spine, gill membranes united but free from the isthmus, and a long adipose fin without a free posterior margin (Roberts, 1989).] from [Members of the highly specialized and unusually-shaped bagrid catfish genus Bagrichthys Bleeker, 1858, live in large muddy rivers throughout Southeast Asia and are characterised by their elongate and laterally compressed caudal peduncle, the dorsally-directed serrations on the posterior edge of the dorsal-fin spine, gill membranes united but free from the isthmus, and a long adipose fin without a free posterior margin (Roberts, 1989).].

Identification changed to [First imports of this species began to show up around 2022 but are very rare. This species has the tallest dorsal fin of its congeners and is also the largest fully grown.] from [It is very unlikely this fish has ever been available to the aquarium hobby. We can but hope.].
May 15, 17:24
Pseudopimelodus aff. bufonius
(Pseudopimelodidae)
May 15, 17:23
Pseudopimelodus bufonius
(Pseudopimelodidae)
[changes]
Type_locality changed to [Cayenne, French Guiana [probably Paramaribo, Suriname].] from [Probably Cayenne, French Guiana.].
May 15, 01:23
Hoplisoma sp. (Cw111)
(Callichthyidae)
[changes]
Brazil_negative_list changed to [n] from [].

Iucn_category changed to [NE] from [].
May 13, 08:26
Cetopsorhamdia sp. `RIO TARUMA`
(Heptapteridae) New Species
May 13, 06:13
Lepthoplosternum pectorale
(Callichthyidae)
[changes]
Literature changed to [Proceedings of the Zoological Society of London 1895 (pt 3), pp 525.] from [Proc. Zool. Soc. Lond. 1895 (pt 3) 525 ].

Identification changed to [This species is sometimes confused with Callichthys callichthys. The visible coracoit bones by the pectoral fins is an indication that it is some form of Hoplosternum or Lepthoplosternum species. In Callichthys, this area is covered by skin and not visible (although the same bone is there in the fish. Callichthys also has a flatter overall body.] from [This species is sometimes confused with Callichthys callichthys. The visible coracoit bones by the pectoral fins is an indication that it is some form of Hoplosternum or Lepthoplosternum species. In Callichthys, this area is covered by skin and not visible (although the same bone is there in the fish. Callichthys also has a flatter overall body. ].
May 13, 06:09
Callichthys callichthys
(Callichthyidae)
[changes]
Brazil_negative_list changed to [n] from [].
May 12, 13:44 Imparfinis arceae (Heptapteridae)
[changes]
Desc_by changed to [Silva, Sabaj Pérez, Carvalho & Oliveira] from [].

Year changed to [2025] from [0].

Original_desc changed to [y] from [].

Literature changed to [Ichthyology & Herpetology v. 113 (no. 1), pp Figs.] from [].
May 12, 13:43 Hyphessobrycon scholzei (Acestrorhamphidae)
[changes]
Type_locality changed to [Amazon River at Pará, Brazil [aquarium import]; in error, probably northern Venezuela.] from [Amazon River at Pará, Brazil.].

Genus_etymology changed to [Hyphessobrycon: hyphesson, -on, -on = a little smaller + Greek, bryko = to bite.] from [Hyphessobrycon: hyphesson, -on, -on = a little smaller + Greek, bryko = to bite.].
May 12, 13:43
Oreochromis niloticus
(Cichlidae)
[changes]
Type_locality changed to [Nile River, near Cairo, Egypt.] from [Nile River.].
May 12, 13:43 Exostoma microadiposa (Sisoridae)
[changes]
Desc_by changed to [Chen, Tan & He] from [].

Year changed to [2025] from [0].

Original_desc changed to [y] from [].

Literature changed to [Journal of Ichthyology v. 65, pp Figs.] from [].
May 08, 08:42
Erethistes minusculus
(Sisoridae)
[changes]
Desc_by changed to [Ng & Kottelat] from [Ng & Kottelat].

Brazil_negative_list changed to [n] from [].

Sl changed to [31] from [0].

Genus_identification changed to [A key to the genus Erethistes is found HERE.] from [A key to the genus Erethistes is found HERE.].
May 06, 06:12
Amaralia oviraptor
(Aspredinidae)
[changes]
Type_loc_lat changed to [0] from [-15.866666666667].

Type_loc_long changed to [0] from [-56.083333333333].

Distribution changed to [Paraná-Paraguay River system, Brazil, Paraguay and northern Argentina.] from [].
May 06, 06:06
Aspidoras fuscoguttatus
(Callichthyidae)
[changes]
Desc_by changed to [Nijssen & Isbrücker] from [Nijssen & Isbrücker].

Distribution changed to [South America: Upper Paraná River basin.] from [South America: Upper Paraná River basin.].
May 06, 06:04
Aspidoras albater
(Callichthyidae)
[changes]
Desc_by changed to [Nijssen & Isbrücker] from [Nijssen & Isbrücker].

Type_loc_comp_lat changed to [-14.766666666667] from [0].

Type_loc_comp_long changed to [-47.5] from [0].

Brazil_negative_list changed to [n] from [].

Breeding changed to [Spawning notes kindly provided by Eric Bodrock from Oct. 2008. Set up consists of several males per female. Females larger than males and easily sexable. Ten-gallon tanks are fine for these guys since they don’t grow very large. Not a problem to keep a group of 20 breeders together. The pH isn’t very critical, but don't allow it to drop too low, under 6.6 isn’t good for them for spawning and the best range for them is between 6.9-7.2. The temperature should be in the mid to upper 70°F (23 – 25°C) range. They prefer an area in a strong current to deposit eggs, such places as the inside of filter lift tubes or on the glass directly in the flow of a power filter. In addition, they will use plant matter or artificial mops located in the current. Spawns are rather small and deposit up to 40 eggs, sometimes over a two day period. The hatch rate is generally high, fry grow rapidly.] from [Has been bred in the aquarium.].
May 05, 02:14
Rhamdia laticauda
(Heptapteridae)
[changes]
Sl changed to [225] from [200].

Distribution changed to [Central America: Costa Rica and Panama.] from [River basins from central Mexico to northern Panama: Belize, Costa Rica, Guatemala, Honduras, Mexico and Panama.].
May 04, 23:41 Astyanax goyacensis (Acestrorhamphidae)
[changes]Original_desc changed to "y" from "n".

Distribution changed to "South America: Goiás, Brazil (?)." from "South America: Goiás, Brazil (?).".
May 04, 23:40 Propimelodus lobatus (Pimelodidae)
[changes]Desc_by changed to "Torrico-Destre, Careaga & Carvajal-Vallejos" from "".

Year changed to "2025" from "0".

Original_desc changed to "y" from "".

Literature changed to "Journal of Ichthyology v. 65, pp Fig." from "".
Apr 30, 12:04
Hoplisoma concolor
(Callichthyidae)
[changes]
Original_desc changed to [n] from [y].

Type_locality changed to [Las Mangas, in a tributary of Río Parguaza, western Bolivar State, Venezuela, 6°20'N, 67°10'W.] from [Las Mangas, in a tributary of Río Parguaza, western Bolivar State, Venezuela, 6°20'N, 67°10'W.].

Etymology changed to [Latin concolor = coloured uniformly.] from [Latin concolor = coloured uniformly.].

Genus_feeding changed to [Will readily accepted all prepared foods that reach the bottom of the aquarium such as tablets, granules and larger flakes. Live (or frozen) foods such as bloodworm, white worm, grindal worm (Enchytraeus), Daphnia and Tubifex are readily accepted and good for conditioning groups of fishes for spawning.] from [Will readily accepted all prepared foods that reach the bottom of the aquarium such as tablets, granules and larger flakes. Live (or frozen) foods such as bloodworm, white worm, grindal worm (Enchytraeus), Daphnia and Tubifex are readily accepted and good for conditioning groups of fishes for spawning.].

Tankmates changed to [Certainly will enhance your community tank as long as it is at least 24'' long with 36'' being a better option. The usual community fish will suffice, but I am suspicious of a few of the Barb family as they do tend to nip the dorsals of Corydoras, so pick carefully.] from [Certainly will enhance your community tank as long as it is at least 24'' long with 36'' being a better option. The usual community fish will suffice, but I am suspicious of a few of the Barb family as they do tend to nip the dorsals of Corydoras, so pick carefully.].
Apr 30, 11:48
Gastrodermus nijsseni
(Callichthyidae)
[changes]
Original_desc changed to [n] from [y].

Identification changed to [Like all the other Rio Negro Corys, the black dorsal stripe can vary in size and intensity. Reminds one somewhat of C. elegans in terms of body shape.] from [Like all the other Rio Negro Corys, the black dorsal stripe can vary in size and intensity. Reminds one somewhat of C. elegans in terms of body shape.].

Genus_feeding changed to [Will readily accepted all prepared foods that reach the bottom of the aquarium such as tablets, granules and larger flakes. Live (or frozen) foods such as bloodworm, white worm, grindal worm (Enchytraeus), Daphnia and Tubifex are readily accepted and good for conditioning groups of fishes for spawning.] from [Will readily accepted all prepared foods that reach the bottom of the aquarium such as tablets, granules and larger flakes. Live (or frozen) foods such as bloodworm, white worm, grindal worm (Enchytraeus), Daphnia and Tubifex are readily accepted and good for conditioning groups of fishes for spawning.].

Breeding changed to [Best attempted in a 5 gallon (imperial) aquarium with bare bottom and a half clay flower pot. Maintain at 24°C. Feed the fish well for a few days on live food and then perform an 80% water change with water at 18°C while also adding vigorous water movement by airstone.

Spawns in typical Corydoras fashion and seems best with one female to two males but a single pair has no problems breeding. Eggs are laid in small clumps of ten or more on the sides of the aquarium, sometimes on the pot and other furniture if used.

Fry hatch in 3 - 4 days and are feeding on live brine shrimp and microworms by day 6 - 7 depending on temperature. The young will attain 2 - 3cm long in 8 - 10 weeks.] from [Best attempted in a 5 gallon (imperial) aquarium with bare bottom and a half clay flower pot. Maintain at 24°C. Feed the fish well for a few days on live food and then perform an 80% water change with water at 18°C while also adding vigorous water movement by airstone.

Spawns in typical Corydoras fashion and seems best with one female to two males but a single pair has no problems breeding. Eggs are laid in small clumps of ten or more on the sides of the aquarium, sometimes on the pot and other furniture if used.

Fry hatch in 3 - 4 days and are feeding on live brine shrimp and microworms by day 6 - 7 depending on temperature. The young will attain 2 - 3cm long in 8 - 10 weeks.].
Apr 30, 11:47
Osteogaster aenea
(Callichthyidae)
[changes]
Genus_etymology changed to [Cory = helmet, doras = skin. In this case it was incorrectly used to mean armour (cuirasse) instead of skin in allusion to the dual rows of plates that run along the flanks of this genus.] from [Cory = helmet, doras = skin. In this case it was incorrectly used to mean armour (cuirasse) instead of skin in allusion to the dual rows of plates that run along the flanks of this genus.].

Etymology changed to [The Latin aeneus, means brazen, of copper and refers to this species' metallic green sheen when in top or natural conditions.] from [The Latin aeneus, means brazen, of copper and refers to this species' metallic green sheen when in top or natural conditions.].

Identification changed to [A very variable species. See catfish of the month link below.
Occasionally confused with Brochis spp. but can be distinguished fairly easily by the number of rays and shape of dorsal fin - Corydoras have less than ten rays, Brochis have ten or more rays.] from [A very variable species. See catfish of the month link below.
Occasionally confused with Brochis spp. but can be distinguished fairly easily by the number of rays and shape of dorsal fin - Corydoras have less than ten rays, Brochis have ten or more rays.].

Genus_sexing changed to [Males are smaller and slimmer. Females grow larger and are much wider which can most easily be observed from above.] from [].

Genus_furniture changed to [Substrate should be fine sand, bordered with driftwood and aquatic plants leaving an open area for them to search for food and swim.] from [].

Breeding changed to [Easily accomplished with captive raised stock. Some colour varieties are more challenging than others. Given the presence of a suitably egg-laden female and a mature male or two, spawning can be triggered by a large, cool water change. Try changing 30-40% of the aquarium water (at 21°C) and bring the temperature down to 16°C. Do this slowly over an hour or two.The fish should respond by spawning in the classic 'T' formation method.
Here, using one of his pectoral fins, the male clamps the female to his side by her barbels and fertilizes a small batch of eggs held within the protective basket formed by her pelvic fins. The adhesive eggs are then placed on plants or aquarium walls and the process repeated. The eggs take 3-4 days to hatch. It is safe to leave well fed parents with the eggs, but some breeders prefer to remove the eggs, or indeed parents, to avoid any temptation of an easy snack.
For the first few days of their life, pre-soaked powdered flake food should be fed to the fry. After the first 3 or 4 days, newly hatched brineshrimp can also be sparingly used to bring on the fishes growth. As the fish grow more and more foods can be offered in line with the size of the developing juveniles. Adult colouration is reached in around nine weeks.] from [Easily accomplished with captive raised stock. Some colour varieties are more challenging than others. Given the presence of a suitably egg-laden female and a mature male or two, spawning can be triggered by a large, cool water change. Try changing 30-40% of the aquarium water (at 21°C) and bring the temperature down to 16°C. Do this slowly over an hour or two.The fish should respond by spawning in the classic 'T' formation method.
Here, using one of his pectoral fins, the male clamps the female to his side by her barbels and fertilizes a small batch of eggs held within the protective basket formed by her pelvic fins. The adhesive eggs are then placed on plants or aquarium walls and the process repeated. The eggs take 3-4 days to hatch. It is safe to leave well fed parents with the eggs, but some breeders prefer to remove the eggs, or indeed parents, to avoid any temptation of an easy snack.
For the first few days of their life, pre-soaked powdered flake food should be fed to the fry. After the first 3 or 4 days, newly hatched brineshrimp can also be sparingly used to bring on the fishes growth. As the fish grow more and more foods can be offered in line with the size of the developing juveniles. Adult colouration is reached in around nine weeks.].
Apr 28, 11:21
Brochis (sub-clade 3) ambiacus
(Callichthyidae)
[changes]
Identification changed to [This species was described in 1872 with no picture or drawing and a couple of paragraphs of text. The author notes, "Straw color, with numerous indefinite brown spots on the sides. Dorsal fin with a large black spot covering anterior half, which also expands on the dorsal region round the base of the fin. Four vertical brown bands on caudal fin; anal spotted. Cheeks with blue reflections". In short, it should have no black marking in the top half of the dorsal fin and in particular the dorsal fin spine. Otherwise very similar to Corydoras agassizi.] from [This species was described in 1872 with no picture or drawing and a couple of paragraphs of text. The author notes, "Straw color, with numerous indefinite brown spots on the sides. Dorsal fin with a large black spot covering anterior half, which also expands on the dorsal region round the base of the fin. Four vertical brown bands on caudal fin; anal spotted. Cheeks with blue reflections". In short, it should have no black marking in the top half of the dorsal fin.].
Apr 28, 02:56
Hoplisoma armatum
(Callichthyidae)
[changes]
Sl changed to [50] from [60].

Male_sl changed to [0] from [55].

Distribution changed to [South America: Upper Amazon River basin.] from [South America: East Bolivia].
Apr 26, 09:20 Glyptothorax palakkadiensis (Sisoridae) New Species
Apr 22, 07:36
Scaphostoma lepturus
(Cyprinidae)
[changes]
Iucn_category changed to [DD] from [NE].

Sl changed to [193] from [0].

Distribution changed to [Asia: Laos, Viet Nam, China.] from [].
Apr 22, 07:36
Scaphostoma gerlachi
(Cyprinidae)
[changes]
Desc_by changed to [Peters] from [].

Year changed to [1881] from [0].

Original_desc changed to [n] from [].

Type_locality changed to [Hong Kong, China.] from [].

Literature changed to [Monatsberichte der Königlichen Preussischen Akademie der Wissenschaften zu Berlin 1880, pp 1034, Unnumbered plate fig. 5.] from [].

Sl changed to [265] from [0].

Distribution changed to [Asia: Reported from the Chao Phraya and Mekong basins and Annam, Nam Ma basin, Red River and Nanpangjiang basins.] from [].
Apr 22, 07:35
Angustistoma barbatum
(Cyprinidae)
[changes]
Desc_by changed to [Lin] from [].

Year changed to [1931] from [0].

Original_desc changed to [n] from [].

Type_locality changed to [Yaoshan, Kwangsi and southern Hunan, China.] from [].

Literature changed to [Carps and carp-like fishes, pp 113.] from [].

Distribution changed to [Asia: China.] from [].
Apr 20, 01:46
Ancistrus sp. (L100)
(Loricariidae)
Apr 17, 04:44
Parancistrus sp. (L332)
(Loricariidae)
Apr 12, 00:34 Imparfinis longicauda (Heptapteridae)
[changes]Desc_by changed to "Boulenger" from "".

Year changed to "1887" from "0".

Original_desc changed to "n" from "".

Type_locality changed to "Canelos, eastern Ecuador." from "".

Literature changed to "Proceedings of the Zoological Society of London 1887 (pt 2) (art. 2) (for 1 Mar. 1887), pp 275, Pl. 20 (fig. 2)." from "".
Apr 12, 00:34 Imparfinis lineatus (Heptapteridae)
[changes]Desc_by changed to "Bussing" from "".

Year changed to "1970" from "0".

Original_desc changed to "n" from "".

Type_locality changed to "Quebrada 36, 12 kilometers west of Pueblo River Claro at Interamerican Highway, Puntarenas Province, Costa Rica, elevation 80 meters." from "".

Literature changed to "Contributions in Science (Los Angeles) No. 196, pp 1, Fig. 1." from "".
Apr 12, 00:34 Imparfinis hasemani (Heptapteridae)
[changes]Desc_by changed to "Steindachner" from "".

Year changed to "1915" from "0".

Original_desc changed to "y" from "".

Type_locality changed to "Rio Surumú near Serra do Mello; Rio Branco at Bem Querer; Rio Tapajos near Santarém, Pará State, Brazil." from "".

Literature changed to "Denkschriften der Kaiserlichen Akademie der Wissenschaften in Wien, Mathematisch-Naturwissenschaftliche Klasse. v. 93, pp 59 [45], Figs. 1-3." from "".
Apr 12, 00:33
Pseudolithoxus stearleyi
(Loricariidae)
[changes]Desc_by changed to "Lujan & Armbruster" from "Lujan & Armbruster".

Original_desc changed to "n" from "y".

Type_locality changed to "Soromoni Creek, cobble and gravel shoal approximately 30 minutes by boat from the mouth and 11.8 km east of La Esmeralda, 3°11'37''N, 65°39'07''W, Amazonas State, Venezuela." from "Soromoni Creek, cobble and gravel shoal approximately 30 minutes by boat from the mouth and 11.8 km east of La Esmeralda, 3°11'37''N, 65°39'07''W, Amazonas State, Venezuela.".

Etymology changed to "The species epithet stearleyi is a patronym honoring Ralph Stearley, Professor of Geology at Calvin College since 1992, whose patient introductory tutelage in fish osteology set the first author on his career." from "The species epithet stearleyi is a patronym honoring Ralph Stearley, Professor of Geology at Calvin College since 1992, whose patient introductory tutelage in fish osteology set the first author on his career.".

Compatibility changed to "Other loricariids collected in Soromoni Creek with Soromonichthys were Ancistrus sp., Dekeyseria niveata, Exastilithoxus sp., and Rineloricaria formosa." from "Other loricariids collected in Soromoni Creek with Soromonichthys were Ancistrus sp., Dekeyseria niveata, Exastilithoxus sp., and Rineloricaria formosa.".
Apr 10, 00:47
Nemadoras humeralis
(Doradidae)
[changes]
Sl changed to [130] from [135].

Distribution changed to [South America: Amazon River basin.] from [Amazon River basin: Bolivia, Brazil, Colombia and Peru.].
Apr 10, 00:36
Pimelodella australis
(Heptapteridae)
[changes]
Sl changed to [106] from [0].

Distribution changed to [South America: Uruguay River basin, and coastal river drainages from Tubarão River in Santa Catarina to coastal lagoons of Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil.] from [].
Apr 10, 00:34
Auchenipterus dentatus
(Auchenipteridae)
[changes]
Original_desc changed to [y] from [-].

Identification changed to [] from [Unknown. Despite the label on the picture, this specimen can not be A. nuchalis for it has pigmented pelvic fins, whereas A. nuchalis should have transparent pelvic fins(*). Auchenipterus being a difficult genus, the correct species has yet to be found, hence the temporary name sp. (1). Source: Ferraris & Vari, 1998].
Apr 10, 00:05
Pimelodella hartwelli
(Heptapteridae)
[changes]
Sl changed to [125] from [0].

Distribution changed to [South America: Ucayali River basin, Peru.] from [].
Apr 08, 06:28
Tympanopleura atronasus
(Auchenipteridae)
[changes]
Sl changed to [120] from [0].

Distribution changed to [South America: Middle and upper Amazon River basin.] from [].
Apr 08, 05:20
Amblydoras affinis
(Doradidae)
[changes]
Type_locality changed to [Rio Branco, Rio Guaporé.] from [Rio Branco, Rio Guapore.].

Literature changed to [Sitzungsberichte der Kaiserlichen Akademie der Wissenschaften. Mathematisch-Naturwissenschaftliche Classe v. 17, pp 121 [32], Pl. 2 (fig. 1).] from [Sitzungsberichte der Kaiserlichen Akademie der Wissenschaften. Mathematisch-Naturwissenschaftliche Classe v. 17].
Apr 08, 05:17
Trachydoras steindachneri
(Doradidae)
[changes]
Type_locality changed to [Río Beni, upper Amazon River, Bolivia.] from [Río Beni, upper Amazon River, Bolivia.].
Apr 08, 04:59
Hemidoras morrisi
(Doradidae)
[changes]
Original_desc changed to [y] from [n].
Apr 07, 05:08
Hoplisoma noxium
(Callichthyidae)
[changes]
Type_locality changed to [Brazil. Mato Grosso, upper Tapajos drainage.] from [].
Apr 07, 04:38
Hoplisoma cf. noxium
(Callichthyidae)
Apr 07, 02:35
Hoplisoma tenebrosum
(Callichthyidae)
Apr 07, 02:06
Synodontis petricola
(Mochokidae)
[changes]
Sl changed to [102] from [130].

Distribution changed to [Africa: Lake Tanganyika.] from [Northern Lake Tanganyika, DRC, Africa].
Apr 04, 05:31
Pimelodus albicans
(Pimelodidae)
[changes]
Sl changed to [570] from [500].
Mar 30, 05:44
Glyptothorax himalaicus
(Sisoridae)
[changes]Desc_by changed to "Vijayakrishnan & Shinde" from "Vijayakrishnan & Shinde".

Type_loc_notes changed to "Glyptothorax himalaicus was collected from a shallow, fast-flowing stream with a predominantly sandy bottom with cobblestone and pebbles as substrates. Co-occurring fishes include Glyptothorax bhurainu, Garra sp., Botia almorhae, Labeo sp., and Tariqilabeo latius." from "Glyptothorax himalaicus was collected from a shallow, fast-flowing stream with a predominantly sandy bottom with cobblestone and pebbles as substrates. Co-occurring fishes include Glyptothorax bhurainu, Garra sp., Botia almorhae, Labeo sp., and Tariqilabeo latius.".

Genus_identification changed to "Sisorid catfishes of the genus Glyptothorax Blyth are benthic inhabitants of torrential waters of rivers and streams in montane and submontane parts of tropical Asia. The members of the genus are adapted to attach themselves to rocks and boulders against strong currents by means of a thoracic adhesive apparatus comprising grooves and folded pleats of skin parallel or oblique to the longitudinal axis of the body. The genus has a wide distribution, ranging from Turkey and Syria in the west, to India and China in the east, and extending further southeastward to Indonesia. With 84 nominal species, Glyptothorax are the most speciose genus of catfishes in Asia (Eschmeyer et al., 1998, Ng, 2005); 67 species were treated as valid by Thomson & Page (2006)." from "Sisorid catfishes of the genus Glyptothorax Blyth are benthic inhabitants of torrential waters of rivers and streams in montane and submontane parts of tropical Asia. The members of the genus are adapted to attach themselves to rocks and boulders against strong currents by means of a thoracic adhesive apparatus comprising grooves and folded pleats of skin parallel or oblique to the longitudinal axis of the body. The genus has a wide distribution, ranging from Turkey and Syria in the west, to India and China in the east, and extending further southeastward to Indonesia. With 84 nominal species, Glyptothorax are the most speciose genus of catfishes in Asia (Eschmeyer et al., 1998, Ng, 2005); 67 species were treated as valid by Thomson & Page (2006).".
Mar 30, 05:42
Glyptothorax bhurainu
(Sisoridae)
[changes]Desc_by changed to "Vijayakrishnan & Shinde" from "".

Year changed to "2025" from "0".

Original_desc changed to "y" from "".

Type_locality changed to "India: Uttarakhand: Ganges River at Haridwar." from "".

Type_loc_notes changed to "Glyptothorax bhurainu was collected from a shallow, fast-flowing stream with a predominantly sandy bottom with cobblestone and pebbles as major substrates . Co-occurring fishes include Glyptothorax himalaicus, Garra sp., Botia almorhae, Labeo sp., and Tariqilabeo latius." from "".

Pronunciation changed to "bhoo rain oo." from "".

Etymology changed to "The specific name comes from the Garhwali word ‘bhurainu’ meaning the one who is brown, in allusion to the live colouration of this species. Garhwali is the primary language in the Garhwal region of Uttarakhand State, India, where the type locality is located." from "".

Genus_identification changed to "Sisorid catfishes of the genus Glyptothorax Blyth are benthic inhabitants of torrential waters of rivers and streams in montane and submontane parts of tropical Asia. The members of the genus are adapted to attach themselves to rocks and boulders against strong currents by means of a thoracic adhesive apparatus comprising grooves and folded pleats of skin parallel or oblique to the longitudinal axis of the body. The genus has a wide distribution, ranging from Turkey and Syria in the west, to India and China in the east, and extending further southeastward to Indonesia. With 84 nominal species, Glyptothorax are the most speciose genus of catfishes in Asia (Eschmeyer et al., 1998, Ng, 2005); 67 species were treated as valid by Thomson & Page (2006)." from "Sisorid catfishes of the genus Glyptothorax Blyth are benthic inhabitants of torrential waters of rivers and streams in montane and submontane parts of tropical Asia. The members of the genus are adapted to attach themselves to rocks and boulders against strong currents by means of a thoracic adhesive apparatus comprising grooves and folded pleats of skin parallel or oblique to the longitudinal axis of the body. The genus has a wide distribution, ranging from Turkey and Syria in the west, to India and China in the east, and extending further southeastward to Indonesia. With 84 nominal species, Glyptothorax are the most speciose genus of catfishes in Asia (Eschmeyer et al., 1998, Ng, 2005); 67 species were treated as valid by Thomson & Page (2006).".

Distribution changed to "This species is currently known from the upper reaches of the Ganges River basin in northern India." from "".
Mar 30, 05:41
Hypancistrus parkateje
(Loricariidae)
[changes]Desc_by changed to "Araújo, Ferreira, Monteiro, & Wosiacki" from "Araújo, Ferreira, Monteiro, & Wosiacki".

Year changed to "2024" from "2025".

Type_locality changed to "Região do Caju Amigo, almost in front of São João do Araguaia city, Rio Tocantins, Bom Jesus do Tocantins, Pará State, Brazil, 5°20'27"S, 48°47'18.3"W." from "Região do Caju Amigo, almost in front of São João do Araguaia city, Rio Tocantins, Bom Jesus do Tocantins, Pará State, Brazil, 5°20'27"S, 48°47'18.3"W.".

Genus_etymology changed to "A contraction of the Greek hypo (meaning less than) and ancistrus, an allusion to the reduced number of teeth (particularly in the lower jaw) found in this genus." from "A contraction of the Greek hypo (meaning less than) and ancistrus, an allusion to the reduced number of teeth (particularly in the lower jaw) found in this genus.".

Etymology changed to "parkateje, a noun in apposition in honor of the Parkatêjê traditional Indigenous community near the sampling site where the holotype was collected (Bom Jesus do Tocantins, Pará, Brazil)." from "parkateje, a noun in apposition in honor of the Parkatêjê traditional Indigenous community near the sampling site where the holotype was collected (Bom Jesus do Tocantins, Pará, Brazil).".

Identification changed to "H. parkateje has a yellow-tan base color covered by a dark banding pattern on the lateral and dorsal surfaces; the width of dark bands is equal to or slightly wider than the intervening areas of yellow-tan base color. The snout is covered by a dark E-shaped oblique mark, and a thin light bar is present on posterior of head, extending across branchial opening. Dark vertical vermicular bars cover the lateral and dorsal body from pectoral-fin base to caudal peduncle; four dark bars in caudal fin. Ventral surface is pale or white from oral disk to urogenital opening. The species is known for possessing enlarged cheek odontodes reaching beyond the cleithrum and contacting mid-lateral plate rows (vs. odontodes being diminutive or not exceeding the base of the pectoral-fin spine)." from "H. parkateje has a yellow-tan base color covered by a dark banding pattern on the lateral and dorsal surfaces; the width of dark bands is equal to or slightly wider than the intervening areas of yellow-tan base color. The snout is covered by a dark E-shaped oblique mark, and a thin light bar is present on posterior of head, extending across branchial opening. Dark vertical vermicular bars cover the lateral and dorsal body from pectoral-fin base to caudal peduncle; four dark bars in caudal fin. Ventral surface is pale or white from oral disk to urogenital opening. The species is known for possessing enlarged cheek odontodes reaching beyond the cleithrum and contacting mid-lateral plate rows (vs. odontodes being diminutive or not exceeding the base of the pectoral-fin spine).".

General changed to "H. parkateje is similar to Peckoltia sp. L080 and is sometimes collected together with it." from "H. parkateje is similar to Peckoltia sp. L080 and is sometimes collected together with it.".

Water changed to "H. parkateje is found in areas of river rapids with moderate water flow over a rocky substrate." from "H. parkateje is found in areas of river rapids with moderate water flow over a rocky substrate.".

Genus_feeding changed to "Unlike the popular opinion of many other loricariids, Hypancistrus are more carnivores than algae eaters. This is backed up by a small and lightly toothed mouth that indicates they are poor algae scrapers. Provide small and frequent supply of mainly meaty foods such as dry discus food, bloodworm and even brineshrimp with the infrequent offering of flake or algae tablets." from "Unlike the popular opinion of many other loricariids, Hypancistrus are more carnivores than algae eaters. This is backed up by a small and lightly toothed mouth that indicates they are poor algae scrapers. Provide small and frequent supply of mainly meaty foods such as dry discus food, bloodworm and even brineshrimp with the infrequent offering of flake or algae tablets.".

Genus_tankmates changed to "Small tetras and other similar small fish. Also Corydoras. Care has to be taken to ensure that they get enough food, as they can be a bit shy and slow to grab food when available." from "Small tetras and other similar small fish. Also Corydoras. Care has to be taken to ensure that they get enough food, as they can be a bit shy and slow to grab food when available.".

Genus_breeding changed to "All Hypancistrus are closed cave spawners. Males trap females in the cave, eggs are laid and fertilised after which the male guards them until the fry are free swimming." from "All Hypancistrus are closed cave spawners. Males trap females in the cave, eggs are laid and fertilised after which the male guards them until the fry are free swimming.".
Mar 24, 00:52
Pseudoloricaria laeviuscula
(Loricariidae)
[changes]
Distribution changed to [South America: Lower and middle Amazon basin, including Negro and Branco rivers.] from [Lower and middle Amazon River basin, including Negro and Branco rivers, Brazil.].
Mar 24, 00:45
Hypostomus pyrineusi
(Loricariidae)
[changes]
Sl changed to [260] from [230].
Mar 22, 06:51 Imparfinis mishky (Heptapteridae)
[changes]Desc_by changed to "Almirón, Casciotta, Bechara, Ruíz Díaz, Bruno" from "Almirón, Casciotta, Bechara, Ruíz Díaz, Bruno, d".

Type_locality changed to "Esteros del Iberá, río Corriente, Capitá Miní, 28°53'15.3"S, 58°22'02.7"W, Río Paraná basin, Argentina." from "Esteros del Iberá, río Corriente, Capitá Miní, 28°53'15.3"S, 58°22'02.7"W, Río Paraná basin, Argentina.".
Mar 22, 06:50 Glyptothorax chakpiensis (Sisoridae)
[changes]Desc_by changed to "Shangningam & Kosygin" from "Shangningam and Kosygin".

Year changed to "2025" from "2024".

Type_locality changed to "Dujang stream, Chakpi River drainage, headwaters of Chindwin River basin, Chandel District, Manipur, India, 24°08'N, 94°00'E." from "India: Manipur: Chandel district: Chakpi River, headwaters of Chindwin drainage.".

Type_loc_lat changed to "24.133333333333" from "0".

Type_loc_long changed to "94" from "0".

Literature changed to "Records of the Zoological Survey of India v. 124 (no. 3) [for 2024], pp 230, Figs. 1-2." from "Rec. zool. Surv. India: Vol. 124(3)/229-237, 2024.".

Genus_identification changed to "Sisorid catfishes of the genus Glyptothorax Blyth are benthic inhabitants of torrential waters of rivers and streams in montane and submontane parts of tropical Asia. The members of the genus are adapted to attach themselves to rocks and boulders against strong currents by means of a thoracic adhesive apparatus comprising grooves and folded pleats of skin parallel or oblique to the longitudinal axis of the body. The genus has a wide distribution, ranging from Turkey and Syria in the west, to India and China in the east, and extending further southeastward to Indonesia. With 84 nominal species, Glyptothorax are the most speciose genus of catfishes in Asia (Eschmeyer et al., 1998, Ng, 2005); 67 species were treated as valid by Thomson & Page (2006)." from "Sisorid catfishes of the genus Glyptothorax Blyth are benthic inhabitants of torrential waters of rivers and streams in montane and submontane parts of tropical Asia. The members of the genus are adapted to attach themselves to rocks and boulders against strong currents by means of a thoracic adhesive apparatus comprising grooves and folded pleats of skin parallel or oblique to the longitudinal axis of the body. The genus has a wide distribution, ranging from Turkey and Syria in the west, to India and China in the east, and extending further southeastward to Indonesia. With 84 nominal species, Glyptothorax are the most speciose genus of catfishes in Asia (Eschmeyer et al., 1998, Ng, 2005); 67 species were treated as valid by Thomson & Page (2006).".
Mar 22, 06:50 Parotocinclus jequi (Loricariidae)
[changes]Desc_by changed to "Lehmann A., Koech Braun, Pereira & Reis" from "Lehmann A., Koech Braun, Pereira & Reis".

Type_locality changed to "Minas Gerais, Serro, headwater creek of the Rio Jequitinhonha at Cachoeira do Moinho de Esteira, on road BR-259 from Serro to Pedro Lessa, 18°34'21"S, 43°29'35"W, Brazil." from "Minas Gerais, Serro, headwater creek of the Rio Jequitinhonha at Cachoeira do Moinho de Esteira, on road BR-259 from Serro to Pedro Lessa, 18°34'21"S, 43°29'35"W, Brazil.".

Type_loc_lat changed to "-18.5725" from "24.25".

Type_loc_long changed to "-43.493055555556" from "94.25".

Genus_etymology changed to "Parotocinclus: Greek, para in the side of + greek, ous, otis = ear + Greek, kygklos, ou = a fish." from "Parotocinclus: Greek, para in the side of + greek, ous, otis = ear + Greek, kygklos, ou = a fish.".

Literature changed to "Copeia 2013 (no. 3), pp 435, Figs. 1-2." from "Copeia 2013, No. 3, 435–440.".

Genus_identification changed to "The genus Parotocinclus can readily be distinguished from Otocinclus by the presence of an adipose fin in the former." from "The genus Parotocinclus can readily be distinguished from Otocinclus by the presence of an adipose fin in the former.".
Mar 22, 05:11
Onychostoma yunnanense
(Cyprinidae)
[changes]
Desc_by changed to [Regan] from [].

Year changed to [1904] from [0].

Original_desc changed to [n] from [].

Type_locality changed to [Sea of Tien [Tien Chih], Yunnan Fu, China, elevation 6000 feet.] from [].

Literature changed to [Annals and Magazine of Natural History (Series 7) v. 13 (no. 75) (art. 20), pp 191.] from [].

Sl changed to [200] from [0].

Distribution changed to [Asia.] from [].
Mar 22, 05:10 Eigenmannia microstoma (Sternopygidae)
Mar 22, 05:10 Pethia ambassis (Cyprinidae)
[changes]
Literature changed to [Proceedings of the Zoological Society of London 1868 (pt 3) (art. 5), pp 583.] from [Proceedings of the Zoological Society of London 1868 (pt 3), pp 583.].
Mar 22, 04:57
Rhyacoschistura maculosa
(Nemacheilidae)
[changes]Desc_by changed to "Lalronunga, Lalnuntluanga & Lalramliana" from "Lalronunga, Lalnuntluanga & Lalramliana".

Original_desc changed to "n" from "y".

Type_locality changed to "Mizoram, Pharsih River, a tributary of Tuivai River (Barak drainage) in the vicinity of Kawlbem, Champhai District, 23°51'58''N, 93°17'20''E, India." from "Mizoram, Pharsih River, a tributary of Tuivai River (Barak drainage) in the vicinity of Kawlbem, Champhai District, 23°51'58''N, 93°17'20''E, India.".
Mar 22, 04:57 Propimelodus caesius (Pimelodidae)
[changes]Desc_by changed to "Parisi, Lundberg & DoNascimiento" from "".

Year changed to "2006" from "0".

Original_desc changed to "y" from "".

Type_locality changed to "Rio Amazonas above Rio Trombetas, 20 kilometers above Obidos 1°56'07.3"S, 55°41'18.5"W, Pará State, Brazil, depth 4-7 meters." from "".

Type_loc_lat changed to "-1.9353611111111" from "0".

Type_loc_long changed to "-55.688472222222" from "0".

Literature changed to "Proceedings of the Academy of Natural Sciences of Philadelphia v. 155, pp 68, Figs. 1, 2, 4A, 5A, 6A-c, 7A." from "".
Mar 22, 04:57
Colossimystax pectegenitor
(Loricariidae)
[changes]Desc_by changed to "Lujan, Armbruster & Sabaj Pérez" from "Lujan, Armbruster & Sabaj Pérez".

Original_desc changed to "n" from "y".

Type_locality changed to "Río Casiquiare, 73 kilometers northeast of San Carlos de Río Negro, 2°21'09"N, 66°34'31"W, Amazonas, Venezuela." from "Río Casiquiare, 73 kilometers northeast of San Carlos de Río Negro, 2°21'09"N, 66°34'31"W, Amazonas, Venezuela.".
Mar 22, 04:56
Stellantia siderea
(Loricariidae)
[changes]Original_desc changed to "n" from "y".

Identification changed to "Pseudancistrus sidereus is diagnosed by a unique modification of the ventral plates on the caudal peduncle. In loricariids, the plates of the ventral row on the caudal peduncle are typically bent at an approximately 90° angle to follow the contour of the body. The bend is often the site of a slight keel formed from one or more rows of slightly longer odontodes. In P. sidereus, the keel is accentuated by having the dorsal laminae of the plates strongly concave. Although some loricariids may have the dorsal laminae slightly concave, it is much more pronounced in P. sidereus." from "Pseudancistrus sidereus is diagnosed by a unique modification of the ventral plates on the caudal peduncle. In loricariids, the plates of the ventral row on the caudal peduncle are typically bent at an approximately 90° angle to follow the contour of the body. The bend is often the site of a slight keel formed from one or more rows of slightly longer odontodes. In P. sidereus, the keel is accentuated by having the dorsal laminae of the plates strongly concave. Although some loricariids may have the dorsal laminae slightly concave, it is much more pronounced in P. sidereus.".
Mar 22, 04:56 Glyptothorax hymavatiae (Sisoridae)
[changes]Desc_by changed to "Tenali, Adak, Chandran, Singh, Sarkar & Banerjee" from "".

Year changed to "2025" from "0".

Original_desc changed to "y" from "".

Type_locality changed to "Doimukh stream, a small tributary of Kameng River, Brahmaputra River basin, West Kameng district, Arunachal Pradesh, India, 24°79'74"N, 95°35'23"E." from "".

Literature changed to "Records of the Zoological Survey of India v. 124 (Special Issue 1) [for 2024], pp 2, Figs. 1-3." from "".

Genus_identification changed to "Sisorid catfishes of the genus Glyptothorax Blyth are benthic inhabitants of torrential waters of rivers and streams in montane and submontane parts of tropical Asia. The members of the genus are adapted to attach themselves to rocks and boulders against strong currents by means of a thoracic adhesive apparatus comprising grooves and folded pleats of skin parallel or oblique to the longitudinal axis of the body. The genus has a wide distribution, ranging from Turkey and Syria in the west, to India and China in the east, and extending further southeastward to Indonesia. With 84 nominal species, Glyptothorax are the most speciose genus of catfishes in Asia (Eschmeyer et al., 1998, Ng, 2005); 67 species were treated as valid by Thomson & Page (2006)." from "Sisorid catfishes of the genus Glyptothorax Blyth are benthic inhabitants of torrential waters of rivers and streams in montane and submontane parts of tropical Asia. The members of the genus are adapted to attach themselves to rocks and boulders against strong currents by means of a thoracic adhesive apparatus comprising grooves and folded pleats of skin parallel or oblique to the longitudinal axis of the body. The genus has a wide distribution, ranging from Turkey and Syria in the west, to India and China in the east, and extending further southeastward to Indonesia. With 84 nominal species, Glyptothorax are the most speciose genus of catfishes in Asia (Eschmeyer et al., 1998, Ng, 2005); 67 species were treated as valid by Thomson & Page (2006).".