Pseudobagrus kyphus Mai 1978

Body with dark blotches on the sides, especially in small individuals (< 5cm SL). Anterior edge of pectoral and dorsal spines without serrations; posterior edge of dorsal spine with retrorse teeth. Caudal fin moderately forked with rounded lobes. Adductor mandibulae extending onto skull roof; the latter covered with thick skin. Maxillary barbels moderately short, not extending to origin of pectoral fin.

Dorsal spines (total): 2; Dorsal soft rays (total): 7; Analspines: 0; Analsoft rays: 16 - 19; Vertebrae: 37 - 40