Author: (Jardine, 1841)
Remark: Incertae sedis.
Comments: Adults feed essentially on Podostemaceae (<i>Lacis</i>), more rarely on seeds (<i>Caladium</i>).  During the rainy season, they undertake grand migrations to small creeks  to reproduce (Ref. 12225).  An important food fish.  Possesses powerful dentition that can cause serious bites.