Labeobarbus Acuticeps
📖 Overview
Labeobarbus Acuticeps (Labeobarbus acuticeps) is a ray-finned fish of the family Cyprinidae. It inhabits freshwater waters. This species can reach a maximum total length of 40.3 cm. With a trophic level of 3.2, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms. It is assessed as Near Threatened on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 4; Dorsal soft rays (total): 8 - 9; Anal spines: 3; Anal soft rays: 5. : fusiform / normal.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Labeobarbus Acuticeps is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Labeobarbus Acuticeps is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Reproduction data for Labeobarbus Acuticeps is currently being compiled.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic. Tropical endemic to the Akagera River system in Rwanda and Burundi (Ref.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🌍CES | parma ostrohlavá |
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barbus acuticeps | Matthes | 1959 | Synonym |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 23 records indexed .
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