Drakensberg minnow
📖 Overview
Drakensberg minnow (Labeobarbus aspius), first described by Boulenger, 1912 is a large fish in the family Cyprinidae (order Cypriniformes). Adults typically reach 42.00 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 soft rays (total): 13 - 14; Anal soft rays: 8. Diagnosis: mouth superior; 5.5 scales between lateral line and mid-ventral line; 3 scales between lateral line and origin of pelvic fin; last simple ray in dorsal fin 50-60% of HL . : elongated.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Drakensberg minnow is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic. Tropical; 4°N - 30°S endemic, known from the Lebuzi River (Chiloango River basin) in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (Ref.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🇬🇧English | Drakensberg minnow · Maluti minnow |
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barbus aspius | Boulenger | 1912 | Synonym |
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Drakensberg minnow.
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 5 records indexed .
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