Family: Cyprinidae
Bata Labeo — a Cyprinidae from Nepal. Reaches 45.8–67.1 cm; keep at 21–27 °C.
Labeo bata, a member of the family Cyprinidae, comes from Nepal, where it inhabits clear streams and rivers over gravel. Mostly peaceful; some species nip fins and omnivore; prepared foods with regular vegetable matter, it grows to 45.8–67.1 cm and adapts well to a properly set-up aquarium in the 21–27 °C range. Other Labeo species in our database include Labeo boggut, Labeo calbasu, Labeo dussumieri.
A moderate-level species: mostly peaceful; some species nip fins; stable water matters more than fancy equipment.
Hold 21–27 °C and keep it stable — 21.0–27.0 °C typical for the genus. Room temperature to heated, depending on origin.
Adults reach 45.8–67.1 cm; it is bottom-dwelling. Plan for at least 500 litres.
Omnivore; prepared foods with regular vegetable matter. It forages naturally over fine gravel and sand, so let some food reach the bottom.
Yes, with care. Mostly peaceful; some species nip fins — pair it with Similar-sized peaceful community fish — Similar size and water needs and skip Much smaller fish — May outcompete or bully tiny tankmates.
Its home waters are Nepal — clear streams and rivers over gravel, with moderate, well-oxygenated current.
Low escape risk, but a lid is cheap insurance.
Egg-scatterer; no parental care. Males often slimmer and more colourful.