African Leaffish (Polycentropsis abbreviata)

Fish in the family Nandidae. Hard care. Freshwater.

Quick facts

Scientific namePolycentropsis abbreviata

FamilyNandidae

Also known asAfrican Leaf Fish, Niger Leaffish

Care levelHard

Reef safetyFreshwater

TemperamentSemi Aggressive

DietCarnivore

Adult size3.2 in

Minimum tank size30 gallons

Water parametersTemp 73-82°F, pH 6.0-7.5, GH 3-12 dGH

Appearance

Leaf-mimicking predator, mottled brown to greenish, drifting motionless like a dead leaf.

Difficulty and care for the African Leaffish

Hard

Origin and habitat

West Africa

Keeper notes

Ambush predator with a huge mouth; swallows any fish or shrimp it can fit. House only with larger tankmates.

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