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The Marie's yellowfish (Labeobarbus mariae) is a freshwater fish of the family Cyprinidae that grows up to 30 cm.
Description
The Marie's yellowfish is a large African barb or yellowfish (Cyprinidae) from fresh water of East Africa. The species grows to about 40 cm and has an elongate, silvery to yellow-brown body with large scales and barbels. As a powerful bottom-oriented fish it lives in flowing rivers and lakes and eats algae, water plants, insects, molluscs and small animals. It is a valued sport and food fish. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Marie's yellowfish?
The Marie's yellowfish has an elongate, eel-like body, is mainly silver-grey and shows a plain pattern. Large-scaled African barbel; bottom-foraging omnivore of rivers and streams.
Where does the Marie's yellowfish live?
The Marie's yellowfish lives in fresh water and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom. West-Central Africa (Cameroon); rivers and streams.
How big does the Marie's yellowfish get?
The Marie's yellowfish grows to a maximum of about 30 cm.
Is the Marie's yellowfish dangerous to humans?
No, the Marie's yellowfish is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Marie's yellowfish edible?
Yes, the Marie's yellowfish is commonly eaten.
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Same genus Labeobarbus
More from the family Cyprinidae
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