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Hemibarbus labeo
Barbel Steed
Freshwater
About this species
A stout, silver bottom-feeding cyprinid common in the mid to lower reaches of Korean and East Asian rivers. It uses a fleshy, protrusible mouth to root through gravel for insect larvae and worms. A steady, dogged fighter on bottom rigs.
Season
123456789101112
Depth
1 – 8 m
Habitat Spots
RiverStreamReservoir
Fishing Methods
BottomFloat
Bait & Rig
Worms, dough baits or aquatic larvae fished on a bottom rig in flowing water.
Edibility & Taste
Eaten in stews but bony; flavor is mild and freshwater-earthy.
Similar Species
Told from spotted steed by its plainer body and single pair of barbels.
Record Weight
2.5 kg