A New Species of Gastromyzon (Teleostei: Balitoridae) From Lanjak-Mentimau Wildlife Sanctuary, Sarawak, Malaysia
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THE SARAWAK MUSEUM JOURNAL |
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Title :
A New Species of Gastromyzon (Teleostei: Balitoridae) From Lanjak-Mentimau Wildlife Sanctuary, Sarawak, Malaysia. |
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Author :
Leh, M.U. Charles and Chai, P.K. Paul |
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Abstract:
A new species of Gastromyzon is described from the Menyarin camp at the headwaters of the Katibas River, Nanga Menyarin, Song, in central Sarawak. Gastromyzon katibasensis attains 36.5 mm SL and is distinguished from its congeners in havinga uniform bright red coloration on its dorsal, anal, pectoral, pelvic and caudal fins as well as its dorsal and ventral surfaces in its life form. Tips of hind dorsal and mid-caudal fin have black pigmentation. Dorsal head and abdominal sides have a purple coloration in fresh preserved specimens. Distinguished from its congeners in not having any bands on body or fins.
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How to cite:
Leh, M.U. Charles and Chai, P.K. Paul. (2003). A New Species of Gastromyzon (Teleostei: Balitoridae) From Lanjak-Mentimau Wildlife Sanctuary, Sarawak, Malaysia . The Sarawak Museum Journal, LVIII (79): 276-280 |
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