Where Does Combtail Live?

Combtail lives in specific habitats. Knowing where to look helps you find and identify it.

Where to find Combtail

Water type

freshwater

Depth

Typically found in shallow waters, often less than 1 meter.

Environment

Inhabits slow-moving or stagnant waters of forest streams, rivers, and associated floodplains. Prefers areas with dense vegetation, submerged roots, leaf litter, and shaded conditions. Often found in blackwater environments with soft, acidic water.

Geographic range

Endemic to Sri Lanka, primarily found in the southwestern wet zone, including river basins such as the Kelani, Kalu, Gin, and Nilwala rivers.

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