National Parks/ Sanctuaries
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Common Names
aborichthys garoensis
Regions
IndiaBangladesh
Population
2,500
Habitat
Aborichthys garoensis inhabits rocky streams and rivers with fast-flowing water.
Weight(in lbs) and Life Span
0.1, and 3
Regions
India, Bangladesh
The Aborichthys garoensis is a small, elongated freshwater fish with a pale, striped pattern, adapted to life in the clear, fast-flowing streams of northeastern India. This species is known for its ability to cling to rocks in turbulent water and feeds on small invertebrates found among rocky substrates. With an estimated population of fewer than 2,000–3,000 individuals, Aborichthys garoensis is vulnerable to habitat degradation from deforestation, agricultural runoff, and pollution, which threaten its limited and specialized habitat. Climate change may further impact this species by altering water flow and temperatures in its mountainous range. Conservation efforts focused on protecting forested stream habitats and regulating land use are essential to preserve this unique fish.
Activity Instructions
- Draw the Animal: Use the next page to draw a picture of the animal. Use your imagination and make it colorful!
- Write an Essay: Write a short essay about the conservation efforts to save this animal. Here are some questions to guide you:
- Why is this species important in its ecosystem?
- What are the threats it faces, and how can we help?
- What do you find most interesting about this species?
