African carp
Labeo cylindricus
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Freshwater
Giới thiệu
The African carp (Labeo cylindricus) is a freshwater cyprinid found in eastern and southern African rivers, reaching 25 cm and 0.9 kg. It uses its fleshy, sucker-like lips to scrape algae and biofilm from rocky substrates.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 25,0 cm |
| Maximum Weight | 0,9 kg |
| Phạm vi độ sâu | 30-30m |
Habitat & Distribution
Loại nước
Freshwater
Phạm vi độ sâu
30-30m
Taxonomy
| Bộ | Cypriniformes (Carps and minnows) |
| Họ | Cyprinidae (Carps and minnows) |
| Loài | Labeo cylindricus |
Câu hỏi thường gặp
How big does African carp get?
African carp can grow up to 25.0 cm long and weigh 0.9 kg.
What family does African carp belong to?
African carp (Labeo cylindricus) belongs to the family Cyprinidae (Carps and minnows) in the order Cypriniformes (Carps and minnows).
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