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Biology

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Occurs in rocky areas of hill streams, almost always in fast-flowing water. More common in deeper and more heavily shaded areas of clear-water streams. Occurs sympatrically with G. ceylonensis in its limited range. Feeds essentially on algae in captivity. This species is easy to maintain in aquarium.
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Importance

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fisheries: of no interest; aquarium: potential
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Phillips's garra

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Philips's garra (Garra phillipsi) is a species of freshwater fish] in the family Cyprinidae. It is found only in Sri Lanka.

References

  1. ^ Fernado, M.; Kotagama, O.; de Alwis Goonatilake, S. (2019). "Garra phillipsi". IUCN Red List of Threatened Species. 2019: e.T8918A174835907. doi:10.2305/IUCN.UK.2019-3.RLTS.T8918A174835907.en. Retrieved 14 November 2021.
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Phillips's garra: Brief Summary

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Philips's garra (Garra phillipsi) is a species of freshwater fish] in the family Cyprinidae. It is found only in Sri Lanka.

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