Where Does Ganges River Sprat Live?

Ganges River Sprat lives in specific habitats. Knowing where to look helps you find and identify it.

Where to find Ganges River Sprat

Water type

freshwater

Depth

Surface to mid-water column, typically in shallow to moderately deep areas of rivers and estuaries.

Environment

Primarily found in large freshwater rivers, estuaries, and associated floodplains. Prefers clear to slightly turbid waters with moderate to strong currents. Also found in beels (oxbow lakes) and canals connected to major river systems.

Geographic range

Native to South Asia, specifically the Ganges-Brahmaputra river system in India and Bangladesh. Also reported from Myanmar and Thailand, though its distribution in Southeast Asia may involve closely related species or subspecies.

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