Difference between revisions of "Polypterus endlicheri"
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| − | + | == Tank compatibility == | |
| − | + | :A bottom dwelling species that is not particularly aggressive but will prey on smaller tank mates. | |
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| + | :Do not keep on a staple diet of dry foods - include plenty of meaty foods such as fish and other meats (beef heart, chicken livers), as well as invertebrates. | ||
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| + | :A predator; not anti-social but does not like being cramped. | ||
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| + | :May be confused with the Armoured Bichir, ''[[Polypterus delhezi]]'', but usually has more irregular markings. Overall grey with dark markings banding over the back and along the sides; has a flat head. | ||
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Latest revision as of 03:02, 13 December 2017
Saddled Bichir
Saddled Bichir
Polypterus endlicheri
908 Litres (240 US G.)
61-71.1cm (24-28 ")
Freshwater
6.5 - 7.5
23 -28 °C (73.4-82.4°F)
6-16 °d
1:1 M:F
8-12 years
Family
Polypteridae
Contents
Additional names
- Saddled Bichir, Endlicheri Bichir
Additional scientific names
- Polypterus endlicheri endlicheri
Sexing[edit]
- As with all Bichirs, the anal fin is large cup-like/hand-like in males. Females have a thin anal fin
Tank compatibility[edit]
- A bottom dwelling species that is not particularly aggressive but will prey on smaller tank mates.
Diet[edit]
- Do not keep on a staple diet of dry foods - include plenty of meaty foods such as fish and other meats (beef heart, chicken livers), as well as invertebrates.
Feeding regime[edit]
- A good feeding every two or three days.
Environment specifics[edit]
- Provide cover in the form of plants and rocks.
Behaviour[edit]
- A predator; not anti-social but does not like being cramped.
Identification[edit]
- May be confused with the Armoured Bichir, Polypterus delhezi, but usually has more irregular markings. Overall grey with dark markings banding over the back and along the sides; has a flat head.
Pictures[edit]
Videos[edit]
External links[edit]
- Fishbase (Mirrors:
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