Labeobarbus Ruandae
📖 Overview
Labeobarbus Ruandae (Labeobarbus ruandae), first described by Pappenheim, 1914 is a medium-sized fish in the family Cyprinidae (order Cypriniformes). Adults typically reach 26.20 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 Near Threatened.The species is kept in the aquarium hobby. Care requirements and behaviour align broadly with other Cyprinidae kept in the hobby.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Labeobarbus Ruandae is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Labeobarbus Ruandae is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic. Tropical known from the Upper Akagera system in Rwanda (Ref.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🌍CES | chramule rvandská |
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barbus ruandae | Pappenheim & Boulenger | 1914 | Synonym |
| Varicorhinus ruandae | Pappenheim | 1914 | Synonym |
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Labeobarbus Ruandae.
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 14 records indexed .
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