Australian Lungfish Care Guide
Neoceratodus forsteri
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Bioload Score
40000
PeacefulAdvancedFreshwater
- Max Size
- 150.0 cm / 59.0"
- Temperature
- 15–25°C (60–77°F)
- pH Range
- 6.5 – 7.5
- Min Tank Size
- 1000L (264 gal)
- Min Group Size
- Can be kept alone
- Tank Level
- Bottom
- Origin
- Southeast Asia
- Temperament
- Peaceful
- Difficulty
- Advanced
- Breeding Difficulty
- Moderate
Diet
Omnivorous; eats plants, invertebrates, and small fish.
Community Compatibility
Requires a very large tank with plenty of swimming space and a secure lid.
Good to Know
Australian Lungfish, one of the oldest living fish species, can breathe air and live for several decades.
Gender Differences
Not easily distinguished.
Stock Australian Lungfish in Your Tank
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