| Yunnanilus | |
|---|---|
| Scientific classification | |
| Kingdom: | Animalia |
| Phylum: | Chordata |
| Class: | Actinopterygii |
| Order: | Cypriniformes |
| Family: | Nemacheilidae |
| Genus: |
Yunnanilus Nichols, 1925 |
| Type species | |
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Nemacheilus pleurotaenia Regan, 1904 |
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Yunnanilus is a genus of small stone loaches that are endemic to southeastern China, especially Guangxi and Yunnan. They are found in rivers, streams and lakes; some species are restricted to caves.
There are currently 28 recognized species in this genus: A few other species formerly placed here have been moved to other genera such as Petruichthys and Micronemacheilus.