Nile Bichir Care Guide
Polypterus bichir
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Bioload Score
8000
Semi-AggressiveModerateFreshwater
- Max Size
- 70.0 cm / 27.5"
- Temperature
- 24–30°C (76–86°F)
- pH Range
- 6.5 – 7.5
- Min Tank Size
- 800L (211 gal)
- Min Group Size
- Can be kept alone
- Tank Level
- Bottom
- Origin
- Africa
- Temperament
- Semi-Aggressive
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Breeding Difficulty
- Moderate
Diet
Carnivorous; feeds on fish, worms, and crustaceans.
Community Compatibility
Best kept with large, peaceful fish that can defend themselves.
Good to Know
The Nile Bichir, one of the oldest fish species, possesses lungs and gills, allowing it to breathe air and survive out of water for short periods.
Gender Differences
Males are generally slimmer than females.
Stock Nile Bichir in Your Tank
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