Author: (Regan, 1906)
Comments: This species is found in fast flowing waters between 15 and 65 cm depth, especially in places with filamentous algae, in mountainous areas at altitudes ranging from around 200 to 2900 meters above sea level.  During the day, it occurs in fast flowing and highly oxygenated waters, with stony bottom, usually hiding under the stones (Ref. 86762).