Origin
Found in slow-moving, shaded streams and ponds across northeastern India and Bangladesh, especially among leaf litter and submerged roots.

Visual & Functional Appeal
Mimics pebbles or leaves with mottled brown coloration and flattened body shape. Barely moves during the day, blending seamlessly into the substrate. Adds a naturalistic, tranquil element to planted or leaf-litter aquascapes.

Purpose
Acts as a peaceful bottom-dweller and micro-predator. Helps control microfauna populations and stirs up fine debris in low-flow tanks.

Importance
Perfect for aquarists seeking small, subtle species that don’t disturb layout aesthetics. It thrives in blackwater and biotope setups where other fish may be too active or large.

Included Resources
Requires leaf litter, driftwood, fine sand or mud substrate, and soft, slightly acidic water. Benefits from subdued lighting and a well-established tank.

Best Use Cases
Excellent in nano tanks, Southeast Asian biotopes, shrimp-safe planted aquariums, and aquascapes emphasizing micro-fauna diversity.

Conservation Context
Populations are stable but could be affected by habitat degradation due to pollution and agriculture. Supporting sustainable trade encourages preservation of these microhabitats.

Ideal Tank Mates
• Shrimp and micro crabs
• Small rasboras or ember tetras
• Sparkling gouramis
• Kuhli loaches
• Celestial pearl danios

Region (A)
• Latitude: 25.3644° N
• Longitude: 88.6115° E
(Sylhet Basin, northeastern Bangladesh)

Region (B)
• Latitude: 26.7376° N
• Longitude: 94.2037° E
(Assam Valley, northeastern India)