Paraphanius sp.

Common name. Syrian killifish.

Diagnosis. The characters distinguishing this species from other Paraphanius have yet to be worked out. Size up to 46 mm SL.

Distribution . Syria: Nahr al Sanawbar, Nahr al-Hawaiz, and middle reaches of Orontes.

Habitat. Springs, rivers, and streams.

Biology. No data.

Conservation status. NE