West African Lungfish Care Guide
Protopterus annectens
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Bioload Score
60000
Semi-AggressiveAdvancedFreshwater
- Max Size
- 200.0 cm / 78.7"
- Temperature
- 20–28°C (68–82°F)
- pH Range
- 6.0 – 8.0
- Min Tank Size
- 3000L (793 gal)
- Min Group Size
- Can be kept alone
- Tank Level
- Bottom
- Origin
- West Africa
- Temperament
- Semi-Aggressive
- Difficulty
- Advanced
- Breeding Difficulty
- Difficult
Diet
Omnivorous; diet includes mollusks, fish, and vegetation.
Community Compatibility
Requires a large tank with both land and water areas for bimodal breathing.
Good to Know
The West African Lungfish are known for their remarkable ability to aestivate for months during droughts.
Gender Differences
Females may be slightly bulkier.
Stock West African Lungfish in Your Tank
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