Fin's Fish Guide
The Marbled barb (Enteromius marmoratus) is a freshwater fish of the family Cyprinidae that grows up to 7 cm.
Central Africa; streams and small rivers of the Congo basin (DR Congo).
Description
The Marbled barb is a small African barb (Cyprinidae) from rivers, streams and pools of West Africa. The species grows to about 6 cm and has a slender, silvery body, often with a dark longitudinal stripe or spots, and short barbels. As a social schooling fish it swims in clear water and snaps at insect larvae, small invertebrates, algae and detritus. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Marbled barb?
The Marbled barb has an elongate, eel-like body, is mainly silver-grey and shows a marbled pattern. Finely marbled pattern; small shoal-forming African barb and prey fish.
Where does the Marbled barb live?
The Marbled barb lives in fresh water and is mostly found around open water. Central Africa; streams and small rivers of the Congo basin (DR Congo).
How big does the Marbled barb get?
The Marbled barb grows to a maximum of about 7 cm.
Is the Marbled barb dangerous to humans?
No, the Marbled barb is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Marbled barb edible?
The Marbled barb is rarely eaten.
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Same genus Enteromius
More from the family Cyprinidae
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