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Petrocephalus bovei bovei

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Baby Whale
Baby Whale
Species Petrocephalus bovei bovei
Family Mormyridae
Difficulty Challenging
Min. Tank Size 94.635 liters
94,635.295 mL

25 US Gallons (94.6L)

Size 4.331 in

10-11 cm (3.9-4.3")

sg Freshwater
pH 6.5 - 7.5
Temp. 297.039 K
23.889 °C
534.67 °R

300.928 K
27.778 °C
541.67 °R
75 -82 °F (23.9-27.8°C)

Water Hardness

8-12 °d

Stocking Ratio 1:1 M:F
Availability Rare
Diet

Carnivore
Pellet Foods
Flake Foods
Live Foods

Life Span

2-3 years

Habitat

Africa

Contents

[edit] Alternative names

Baby Whale

[edit] Sexing

Unknown

[edit] Tank compatibility

Top, Middle or Bottom feeder?

[edit] Diet

A carnivorous fish, will prefer live foods including earthworms and chopped beef heart. Sinking foods are best.

[edit] Feeding regime

How often to feed, etc.

[edit] Environment Specifics

Unknown

[edit] Behaviour

A nocturnal fish, hiding places for during the day are a must. PVC pipes make excellent caves for this fish. Prefers a sandy substrate and bogwood décor.

[edit] Identification

How to id the animal.

[edit] Pictures

[edit] External links

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