Fin's Fish Guide
The Haberer's barb (Labeobarbus habereri) is a freshwater fish of the family Cyprinidae that grows up to 16 cm.
Description
The Haberer's barb is a large African barb (Cyprinidae) from rivers and lakes of Cameroon in West Africa. The species grows to about 30 cm and has a robust, elongate, silvery body with large scales and two pairs of barbels by the mouth. As a social omnivore it swims in schools and eats algae, water plants, insect larvae, molluscs and detritus. It is locally an important food fish. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Haberer's barb?
The Haberer's barb has an elongate, eel-like body, is mainly silver-grey and shows a plain pattern. Large scales and barbels; robust, powerfully swimming fish of flowing water.
Where does the Haberer's barb live?
The Haberer's barb lives in fresh water and is mostly found around open water. West-Central Africa; rivers and streams with flowing water.
How big does the Haberer's barb get?
The Haberer's barb grows to a maximum of about 16 cm.
Is the Haberer's barb dangerous to humans?
No, the Haberer's barb is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Haberer's barb edible?
Yes, the Haberer's barb is commonly eaten.
Want the complete picture on the Haberer's barb?
Point your camera at the fish and Fin names the species in seconds. Free, and the Haberer's barb is one of 12,519 species in the app.
All data
Identification
Appearance
Habitat & distribution
Behaviour & biology
For anglers
Safety
Status & sources
Same genus Labeobarbus
More from the family Cyprinidae
Want the complete picture on the Haberer's barb?
Point your camera at the fish and Fin names the species in seconds. Free, and the Haberer's barb is one of 12,519 species in the app.