Guinea Bichir (Polypterus ansorgii)
Fish in the family Polypteridae. Hard care. Freshwater.
Quick facts
Scientific namePolypterus ansorgii
FamilyPolypteridae
Also known asAnsorge's Bichir
Care levelHard
Reef safetyFreshwater
TemperamentSemi-aggressive
DietCarnivore
Adult size24 in
Minimum tank size125 gallons
Water parametersTemp 76-84°F, pH 6.2-8.0, GH 5-20 dGH
Appearance
Stout-bodied with a broad head and protruding upper jaw, grey-green ground color with darker barring along the back.
Difficulty and care for the Guinea Bichir
Hard
Origin and habitat
West Africa (Guinea region)
Keeper notes
A larger, less common upper-jawed bichir that eats sizable fish; predatory on anything it can swallow. Needs a big tank and robust tankmates. Strong jumper requiring a sealed lid.
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