Zanzibar barb
📖 Overview
Zanzibar barb (Enteromius zanzibaricus), first described by Peters, 1868 is a small fish in the family Cyprinidae (order Cypriniformes). Adults typically reach 9.70 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): 7 - 8; Anal spines: 3; Anal soft rays: 5 - 6.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Zanzibar barb is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic; pH range: 7.2 - 7.8; dH range: ? - 25. Tropical; 22°C - 28°C
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barbus altus | Pfeffer | 1896 | Heterotypic |
| Barbus argyrotaenia | Boulenger | 1912 | Synonym |
| Barbus kiperegensis | Steindachner | 1914 | Synonym |
| Barbus pfefferi | Boulenger | 1905 | Synonym |
| Barbus zanzibaricus | Peters | 1868 | Synonym |
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Zanzibar barb.
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 3 records indexed .
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