Fishing for Largescale yellowfish

Labeobarbus marequensis

The largescale yellowfish is a freshwater species found in southern African rivers. It features a robust body with large scales and a yellowish hue. Typically reaching up to 20 inches and weighing around 10 pounds, it feeds on insects, crustaceans, and plant matter. This fish is known for its social behavior, often schooling in fast-flowing waters. This summary is AI generated

Water type

Freshwater

IUCN Status

Least concern

Threat to humans

Harmless

Source: Fishbase

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