Ogun Labeo
NameOgun Labeo
Scientific NameLabeo ogunensis
Common NamesOgun Labeo, Ogun River Labeo
FamilyCyprinidae
OriginWest Africa, Nigeria, Ogun River Basin
Temperamentsemi-aggressive
Dietomnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)75
Max Size (Inches)12
Water TypeFreshwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-79
pH Range6.5-7.5
Compatible SpeciesLarger Tetras, Robust Barbs, Peaceful Cichlids (e.g., Kribensis), Synodontis Catfish, Other large, peaceful Cyprinids
Description
The Ogun Labeo is a large, elongated cyprinid fish native to the Ogun River basin in West Africa. It is characterized by a prominent dark lateral stripe running from its head to the caudal fin and is primarily an herbivorous bottom-dweller. This species can be territorial, especially as it matures or if kept in insufficient space.
