Simple Different to Distinguish Between lepidocephalichthys SP In Malay Penisula (L. Furcatus, L Hasselti , L.Tomaculum)
Key to the species of Lepidocephalichthys in Peninsular Malaysia :
Lepidocephalichthys Furcatus :
Distribution of L.Furcatus is widely in Malay Peninsula (Johor,Kedah , Kelantan Tereganu &Pahang) Mostly Habitat found in shallow, slow-moving sections of streams or calm habitats such as swamps, oxbows, backwaters and paddy fields.
Lepidocephalichthys hasselti
Described widely in Malay Peninsula (north perak and kelantan tereganu)Most commonly found in shallow, slow-moving sections of streams or calm habitats such as swamps, oxbows, backwaters and paddy fields.
Lepidocephalichthys Tomaculum
Described in Malay Peninsula (Johor, selangor, Tereganu,)
Inhabits shallow, slow-moving sections of streams or calm habitats such as freshwater or peat swamps, oxbows, and blackwaters. These are typically heavily-vegetated or littered with submerged roots, branches and leaf litter, with substrates composed of soft mud, silt, or peat.
Key To Recognize This species:
By Length
L.Furcatus
Maximum length : 40 – 50 mm.
L.Hasselti
Maximum length : 45 – 60 mm.
L.Tomaculum
Maximum length : 30 – 40 mm (with sausage like shape)
By Caudal Tail
L.Furcatus
Forked Tail.
L.Hasselti
Truncate Tail.
L.Tomaculum
Truncate Tail :
Dorsal Origin Above posterior extremity of pelvic base
L. furcatus
L. hasselti
Dorsal origin distinctly behind posterior extremity of pelvic base
L. tomaculum
