Labeobarbus Lucius
📖 Overview
Labeobarbus Lucius (Labeobarbus lucius), first described by Boulenger, 1910 is a fish in the family Cyprinidae (order Cypriniformes). 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 Data Deficient.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): 1; Dorsal soft rays (total): 12 - 3; Anal soft rays: 8. Diagnosis: mouth terminal or lower lip projected; 6.5-7.5 scales between lateral line and dorsal fin origin; 42-47 scales in lateral line; 6.5-7.5 scales between lateral line and mid-ventral line; 16 circumpeduncular scales . : elongated.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Labeobarbus Lucius is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic. Tropical
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Labeobarbus Lucius.
🔍 Similar Species
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