The Yellowfin barbel (Luciobarbus xanthopterus) is a freshwater fish of the family Cyprinidae that grows up to 150 cm.
Description
The yellowfin barbel is a large freshwater barb (Cyprinidae) from the Tigris-Euphrates drainage in the Middle East. The species grows to about 1.5 metres and has a sturdy, silver-grey body with yellowish fins, an inferior mouth and two pairs of barbels. As a bottom-oriented omnivore it lives in rivers, lakes and marshes and eats molluscs, insect larvae, plant material and detritus. It is an important food fish. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Yellowfin barbel?
The Yellowfin barbel has a torpedo-shaped body and is mainly silver-grey.
Where does the Yellowfin barbel live?
The Yellowfin barbel lives in fresh water and is mostly found around mixed bottom.
How big does the Yellowfin barbel get?
The Yellowfin barbel grows to a maximum of about 150 cm.
Is the Yellowfin barbel dangerous to humans?
No, the Yellowfin barbel is harmless to humans.
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Same genus Luciobarbus
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