Hugh M. Smith

The main purpose of this work is to make known, by means of a comprehensive and not too technical account, the nature, extent, and richness of the fish fauna inhabiting the fresh waters of the ancient Kingdom of Siam; to described the relationships of the various groups; and to indicate what further collecting of specimens is necessary or likely to prove profitable scientifically. It is the intention to take cognizance herein of every species of fresh-water fish known from or ascribed to Thailand.