Gillbar barb
📖 Overview
Gillbar barb (Enteromius kessleri), first described by Steindachner, 1866 is a small fish in the family Cyprinidae (order Cypriniformes). Adults typically reach 7.70 cm in maximum length. It inhabits freshwater systems including rivers, streams, and lakes. It occurs in Tropical waters. It is broadly omnivorous, taking invertebrates, plant matter, and detritus. On the IUCN Red List, it is classified as Least Concern.The species is kept in the aquarium hobby. Care requirements and behaviour align broadly with other Cyprinidae kept in the hobby.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 3; Dorsal soft rays (total): 8; Anal spines: 3; Anal soft rays: 6. Colouration: A well-marked continuous black band running from snout to caudal fin base .: fusiform / normal.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Gillbar barb is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic. Tropical known from the Kasai (Ref.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barbus caudimacula | Günther | 1868 | Synonym |
| Barbus kessleri | Steindachner | 1866 | Synonym |
| Puntius caudimacula | Günther | 1868 | Synonym |
| Puntius kessleri | Steindachner | 1866 | Synonym |
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Gillbar barb.
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 66 records indexed .
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