The Ocellated barb (Labiobarbus ocellatus) is a freshwater fish of the family Cyprinidae that grows up to 22 cm.
Description
The ocellated barb is a cyprinid (Cyprinidae) from fresh water of Southeast Asia, including Borneo and Sumatra. The species grows to about 22 cm and has an elongate, silvery body with a long, many-rayed dorsal fin and a dark eyespot on the tail base. As a bottom-oriented omnivore it lives in schools in rivers and floodplains and eats algae, detritus and small invertebrates. It is a food fish. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Ocellated barb?
The Ocellated barb has an elongate, eel-like body and is mainly silver-grey.
Where does the Ocellated barb live?
The Ocellated barb lives in fresh water and is mostly found around mixed bottom.
How big does the Ocellated barb get?
The Ocellated barb grows to a maximum of about 22 cm.
Is the Ocellated barb dangerous to humans?
No, the Ocellated barb is harmless to humans.
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Same genus Labiobarbus
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