African carp
Labeo mesops
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African carp (Labeo mesops) is a freshwater fish of the family Cyprinidae (Carps and minnows), in the order Cypriniformes. Maximum recorded length is 39 cm.
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The African carp (Labeo mesops) is a freshwater cyprinid found in rivers of eastern and central Africa, growing to about 39 cm. It inhabits larger river systems and feeds by scraping algae and periphyton from rocks and other substrates.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 39.0 cm |
Habitat & Distribution
Taxonomy
| गण | Cypriniformes (Carps and minnows) |
| कुल | Cyprinidae (Carps and minnows) |
| प्रजातियाँ | Labeo mesops |
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