Enteromius barnardi (Jubb 1965)

Barbels extremely short; anterior barbel sometimes absent or minute when present; posterior barbels up to less than half eye diameter; mouth small and terminal. Males have conical tubercles on the snout.

Dorsal spines (total): 3; Dorsal soft rays (total): 7 - 8; Analspines: 3; Analsoft rays: 5 - 6

Frequency of occurrence in Caprivi: occasionally in sandy streams, occasionally in standing deep water, common in shallow swamps, and frequently in shallow flood plains (Ref. 037065). Occurs in shallow, well-vegetated streams, floodplains and marshes. Feeds on small aquatic insects and algae. Breeds in summer, laying eggs amongst vegetation (Ref. 7248).

Occurs in shallow, well-vegetated streams, floodplains and marshes. Feeds on small aquatic insects and algae. Breeds in summer, laying eggs amongst vegetation (Ref. 7248). Undertakes seasonal movements which might be correlated with spawning (Ref. 13337).

aquarium: commercial