Largemouth Yellowfish
NameLargemouth Yellowfish
Scientific NameLabeobarbus kimberleyensis
Common NamesLargemouth Yellowfish, Kimberleyensis Yellowfish
FamilyCyprinidae
OriginSouthern Africa, Orange-Vaal River system
Temperamentsemi-aggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Leveladvanced
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)500
Max Size (Inches)40
Water TypeFreshwater
Temperature Range (°F)68-78
pH Range7.0-8.0
Description
The Largemouth Yellowfish is a large, predatory freshwater fish native to the Orange-Vaal River system in Southern Africa. Known for its golden coloration and prominent mouth, it is a highly sought-after sport fish due to its size and fighting prowess. Due to its significant adult size, it is rarely kept in home aquariums and requires extremely large, specialized setups.
