Labeobarbus Semireticulatus
📖 Overview
Labeobarbus Semireticulatus (Labeobarbus semireticulatus), first described by Pellegrin, 1924 is a small fish in the family Cyprinidae (order Cypriniformes). Adults typically reach 12.80 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 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): 13; Anal soft rays: 8. Diagnosis: mouth more or less straight or only slightly curved; barbels absent; last unbranched dorsal fin ray strongly ossified and inflexible; pelvic fin inserts below middle of dorsal fin; 28-29 scales in lateral line .
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Labeobarbus Semireticulatus is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic. Tropical known from the type locality: Louvisi River, tributary of the Niari-Kouiloun, Gabon (Ref.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Labeobarbus Semireticulatus.
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