Fin's Fish Guide
The Saw dwarf loach (Kottelatlimia pristes) is a freshwater fish of the family Cobitidae that grows up to 4 cm.
Description
The saw dwarf loach is a loach (Cobitidae) from blackwater streams and peat swamps of Sundaland in Southeast Asia. The species grows to about 5 cm and has a slender, elongate, yellow-brown body with fine markings, barbels around the mouth and a small, erectable eye spine. As a bottom-dweller it roots through soft sand and leaf litter searching for small invertebrates and detritus. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Saw dwarf loach?
The Saw dwarf loach has an elongate, eel-like body and is mainly brown.
Where does the Saw dwarf loach live?
The Saw dwarf loach lives in fresh water and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom. Asia: Indonesia, Malaysia
How big does the Saw dwarf loach get?
The Saw dwarf loach grows to a maximum of about 4 cm.
Is the Saw dwarf loach dangerous to humans?
No, the Saw dwarf loach is harmless to humans. This species is harmless to humans. No specific first aid is needed. Still handle the fish with care: mind the fin rays and the sharp edges of the gill cover, and rinse any scratch with clean water and cover it. For a dirty or deep wound check tetanus status.
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