Author: Sinha & Tamang, 2015
Comments: Inhabits various substrata such as gravel, cobbles or medium to large boulders, and green algae on substratum, in low to moderately deep (40-80 cm) running water.  Habitat is characterized by  cool, clear and moderate to swift running water.  River bank is composed of bamboo and other trees, without aquatic vegetation.  running water moderate to swift, cool and clear (Ref. 96853).