This species can be found in Sungai Pahang (Sungai Tembeling, Jelai, Tanum) and Sungai Perak (in the upper part of Kuala Kangsar), Sungai Endau and Sungai Muar. This fish is commercially valuable because of its delicious filling. It is suitable for breeding and beautiful as an aquarium pet fish. Therefore, for the sustainability of Inland Fisheries resources, river ecosystems need to be protected from the threat of pollution.
