Author: Mousavi-Sabet, Yerli, Vatandoust, Özeren & Moradkhani, 2012
Remark: Is a synonym of <i>Cobitis faridpaki</i> Mousavi-Sabet et al., 2011 (Jouladeh-Roudbar et al. 2017).  Species summary page to be deleted.
Comments: Inhabits clear and calm streams with sandy or slightly rocky bottom.  Occurs on the bottom of the river. A nocturnal species which remains buried in sand, mud or dense weed growth during the day and being active at night (Ref. 89431).