Schistura ataranensis

Two conspicuous orange to pink pale bands cross the dark body.

Two conspicuous orange to pink pale bands cross the dark body. The dorsal fin has 2–3 black bars, and a complete broad black band crosses the caudal-fin base, distinguishing it from true balteata.

Adult length

Up to 9.5 cm

Water temperature

22–26 °C

Native range

The Ataran River basin around the Myanmar–Thailand border.

Natural habitat

Shallow forest streams with cool, oxygen-rich water.

Trade names Sumo and cf. balteata may include other species. Prefers cooler, oxygen-rich flowing water.