gray bichir (Polypterus senegalus)

Familie: Polypteridae

gray bichir (Polypterus senegalus) ist ein Polypteridae aus Africa; etwa 52.5–77 cm bei 25–28 °C.

Pflegeparameter

Temperatur
25–28 °C
pH
6–8
GH-Härte
5–19 dGH
Größe ausgewachsen
52.5–77 cm
Mindestaquarium
500 L
Schwimmebene
Bottom-dwelling
Schwierigkeit
Mittel
Charakter
Calm, undemanding and well-suited to community life
Herkunft
非洲

Artübersicht

From the waters of 非洲 comes Polypterus senegalus, a member of the family Polypteridae. A adaptable species that forgives beginner mistakes more readily than most. It lives on the bottom. Adults reach 52.5–77 cm. Small groups recommended. Give it clean water and room to behave naturally, and it will largely care for itself. Maintain 25–28 °C at pH 6–8. A solid choice for a well-planned community tank.

Natürlicher Lebensraum

Lebensraum
Warm freshwater streams and lakes
Strömung
Still to gentle current
Gelöster Sauerstoff
Moderate oxygen levels

Aquascaping & Technik

Substrat
Fine sand and gravel
Harte Dekoration
Driftwood and smooth stones
Pflanzen
Hardy common aquarium plants

Charakter, Fütterung & Vergesellschaftung

Schwarmverhalten
Small groups recommended
Fütterung
Unfussy omnivore; varied diet keeps condition
Empfohlene Mitbewohner
  • Similar-sized peaceful community fish — Compatible size and temperament
Nicht vergesellschaften mit
  • Fin-nippers — Constant stress

Zucht & Hinweise

Geschlechtsdimorphismus
Subtle external differences
Fortpflanzungsart
Spawns freely; remove parents to save the eggs