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The Currie's labeo (Labeo curriei) is a freshwater fish of the family Cyprinidae that grows up to 16 cm.
Description
Currie's labeo is a cyprinid from fresh water of West Africa. The species grows to about 16 cm and has an elongate, greyish-brown body with an inferior, fleshy sucking mouth with which it scrapes algae and aufwuchs from stones. As a bottom-feeder it lives in rivers and streams and also eats detritus and plant matter. The fish is harmless to humans and has limited commercial value. The IUCN assesses the species as Least Concern (LC).
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Currie's labeo?
The Currie's labeo has an elongate, eel-like body, is mainly brown and shows a plain pattern. Inferior sucker mouth for scraping algae; bottom-foraging labeo
Where does the Currie's labeo live?
The Currie's labeo lives in fresh water and is mostly found around mixed bottom. West Africa
How big does the Currie's labeo get?
The Currie's labeo grows to a maximum of about 16 cm.
Is the Currie's labeo dangerous to humans?
No, the Currie's labeo is harmless to humans. This species is harmless to humans. No specific first aid is needed. Still handle the fish with care: mind the fin rays and the sharp edges of the gill cover, and rinse any scratch with clean water and cover it. For a dirty or deep wound check tetanus status.
Is the Currie's labeo edible?
The Currie's labeo is rarely eaten.
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Same genus Labeo
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