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Triplophysa gejiuensis (Chu
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Gejiu blind loach |
Common Name:
Gejiu blind loach (E).
Etymology: gejiuensis (L)
for the province of Gejiu.
Major Synonyms: Noemacheilus
gejiuensis (original description) (Zhou & Cui 1997), Schistura
gejiuensis (Zhu 1989).
History: The seven original specimens were captured on 30
March 1978. It was classified as a new species based only on
troglomorphic characters. |
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Morphological Characteristics:
Paired fins and barbels are greatly elongated.
Troglomorphic Characters:
Eye Condition:
No externally visible eyes.
Pigmentation: Depigmented.
Scales: Scaleless.
Swim (gas) bladder: Has no air bladder. |
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Distribution:
China: Yunnan province: Gejiu county: Bajiaojing near Qiafang (23o
16' N, 103o 09' E). |
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Ecology: In subterranean waters at a depth of 400 m underground. |
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Status: Vulnerable.
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