Yellow barb
📖 Overview
Yellow barb (Enteromius manicensis) is a ray-finned fish of the family Cyprinidae. It inhabits freshwater waters. This species can reach a maximum total length of 15 cm. With a trophic level of 2.9, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms. It is assessed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 3; Dorsal soft rays (total): 7 - 8; Anal spines: 0; Anal soft rays: 8.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Yellow barb is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic. Tropical; 15°S - 21°S
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🇬🇧English | Yellow Barb |
| 🌍AFR | Geel-ghieliemientjie |
| 🌍CES | parmička buzinská |
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barbus hondeensis | Määr | 1962 | Synonym |
| Barbus manicensis | Pellegrin | 1919 | Synonym |
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Yellow barb.
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 5 records indexed .
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