Redeye labeo

Introduction: The redeye labeo (Labeo cylindricus) is a freshwater fish species belonging to the family Cyprinidae. It is native to various regions in Africa and is characterized by its cylindrical body shape.

Habitat: The redeye labeo inhabits freshwater environments across Africa, including rivers, streams, and lakes. It can be found in areas with moderate to slow water flow, often near submerged vegetation and other forms of cover.

Physical Characteristics: The redeye labeo has a distinctive cylindrical body shape. The colouration of the redeye labeo varies but is generally silvery or olive-green, sometimes with a golden sheen and one of its most noticeable features is its reddish eye colour.

Feeding Habits: The redeye labeo is primarily herbivorous, with a diet that includes algae, aquatic plants, and other plant matter. Its mouth is adapted for scraping surfaces to obtain food particles.

behaviour: The redeye labeo is known for their schooling behaviour in the wild. They tend to form groups for various reasons, including protection against predators and more efficient foraging.

Size: In their natural habitat, the redeye labeo can grow to a size of around 15 to 20 centimetres.

Conservation Status: Like many freshwater fish species, it might face threats due to habitat degradation, pollution, and other human-related activities.