Labeobarbus Osseensis
📖 Overview
Labeobarbus osseensis especially occurs near rocky substrates in water of less than 3 m deep . It feeds on adult insects and macrophytes .
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
A small-sized, deep-bodied species, sometimes with a slight nuchal hump . A stiff lower jaw, tapering towards a narrow, hypertrophied distal tip, covered with thick skin . The protruded mouth does not form a cylindrical tube . Long dorsal spine, 19-27% of SL . Anal and ventral fins are rather long, 19-24% and 18-21% of SL respectively, with a rather short pectoral-ventral length, 22-26% of SL . The caudal peduncle is deep, 11-12% of standard length . Scales: 12-14 predorsal scales . Live specimens are rather dark greenish brown, the back being darker, with usually greenish fins . In alcohol the basic color is a dull yellowish brown, the back being darker .: fusiform / normal.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Labeobarbus Osseensis is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Labeobarbus Osseensis is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Reproduction data for Labeobarbus Osseensis is currently being compiled.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; pelagic; depth range 0 - 3 m . Tropical
🌿 Ecology
adult insects and macrophytes (Ref
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