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Species Profiles -> Miscellaneous -> Senegal Bichir

 

Senegal Bichir (Polypterus senegalus )

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senegal bichir pic
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Stats:

Adult Size: 12" (28.8 cm)
Temp: 75-80 F (23-26 C)
Tank: 48" (120 cm) minimum

Requirements:
Lots of hiding places, preferably ones it does not have to share.
Diet:
Not picky. You can get them to eat almost anything carnivore.
Breeding:
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Sociability:
Normally best as singles, though noty overly combative with space.
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Special Info:

This fish is fairly peceful for its size, meaning if tankmates do not easily fit in its mouth, it will not try to force them in.

 

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