Chobe Sand Catlet

Diagnosis: Zaireichthys dorae differs from all the other species of Zaireichthys in the relatively posterior position of the dorsal fin, which is 1.4 times further from the base of the caudal fin than from the snout, compared with 1.5-1.9 in Z. lacustris and 1.7-2.4 in all other species (Ref. 86935).Description: Pectoral fin spine with 4 or 5 large serrae (Ref. 51287). Humeral process moderately long, denticulations poorly developed (Ref. 51287). Neural and hemal processes relatively slender (Ref. 51287).

Vertebrae: 37

Frequency of occurrence in Caprivi: occasionally in sandy streams (Ref. 037065). Occurs over fine sand, lying buried with only its eyes protruding (Ref. 7248).

Occurs over fine sand, lying buried with only its eyes protruding (Ref. 7248).

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Zaireichthys dorae, the Chobe sand catlet, is a species of loach catfish endemic to Angola where it is only found in the Rio Luachimo. It reaches a length of 2.7 cm. The humeral process of the pectoral girdle is moderately long with poorly developed or fine denticulations. The neural and hemal spines tend to be simple and slender. This species occurs over sand and is usually buried with just the eyes protruding.