African banded barb

Enteromius fasciolatus

Fish Reaching Six Centimeters in the Congo Basin

Tropical
Upper river
Regional distribution
Freshwater fish
Africa
Fusiform
Small
Tropical fish

African banded barb is known around Africa as a freshwater fish; It occurs in freshwater habitats, and the species reaches a recorded maximum of 6 cm.

Class: Teleosts
Order: Minnows, Carps, and Loaches
Family: Cyprinidae
Genus: Enteromius
Water type: Freshwater
Body shape: fusiform

Distribution area

Regional overview, not a precise species range.

Conservation status (IUCN)

LCNTVUENCREWEX

Least Concern (LC)

Threats are not currently serious, and the species faces a low risk of extinction.