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Cyprinidae

Shorthead barb

Enteromius breviceps

  • Tropical
  • Regional distribution
  • Freshwater fish
  • Africa
  • Small
  • Tropical fish
Maximum length
7.7 cm
Water
Freshwater
Distribution
Africa: Cunene and Okavango Rivers in Angola (Ref. 7248 , 120641 ) and Namibia (Ref. 7248 ). A little-known species described from the Longa River in Angola (Ref. 7248 , 120641 ). Appears similar to species of the chubbyhead group (Ref. 7248 ).
Conservation status
LCLeast Concern
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