Labeobarbus Steindachneri
📖 Overview
Labeobarbus Steindachneri (Labeobarbus steindachneri), first described by Boulenger, 1910 is a medium-sized fish in the family Cyprinidae (order Cypriniformes). Adults typically reach 33.00 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 spines (total): 1; Dorsal soft rays (total): 11 - 12; Anal soft rays: 8. Diagnosis: straight mouth opening; minute, sometimes almost imperceptible, barbel at either side of mouth; last unbranched dorsal fin ray heavily ossified and inflexible; pelvic fin inserts below middle of dorsal fin; 30-31 scales in lateral line .
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Labeobarbus Steindachneri is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic. Tropical endemic in Ref.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barbus steindachneri | Boulenger | 1910 | Synonym |
| Varicorhinus steindachneri | Boulenger | 1910 | Synonym |
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Labeobarbus Steindachneri.
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 6 records indexed .
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