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Loach family ?Cobitidae Loach genus ?Cobitis fish (specific which is not suitable to distinguish)

Body extended snake-like, head small with short whiskers 3 pairs, mouth inferior. The body is light brown, with several longitudinal bands of black patches in the upper part, a line of black longitudinal spots in the center and on the back, and small scales. The caudal fin is truncate, with 4 to 5 rows of black transverse stripes, and the body length is up to 13.5 centimeters.

Inhabiting the bottom of streams with sandy substrates and clear water, it is very skilful and dives into the sand when in danger. It is omnivorous, feeding on aquatic insects and organic debris.