Stanley Bullhead Mormyrid (Petrocephalus simus)

Fish in the family Mormyridae. Hard care. Freshwater.

Quick facts

Scientific namePetrocephalus simus

FamilyMormyridae

Also known asPetrocephalus Mormyrid

Care levelHard

Reef safetyFreshwater

TemperamentPeaceful

DietCarnivore

Adult size5 in

Minimum tank size40 gallons

Water parametersTemp 75-82°F, pH 6.0-7.2, GH 3-12 dGH

Appearance

Compact silvery mormyrid with large eyes, a blunt rounded snout (no trunk), and a deep body for the family.

Difficulty and care for the Stanley Bullhead Mormyrid

Hard

Origin and habitat

Central Africa (Congo basin)

Keeper notes

One of the more sociable mormyrids that can be kept in small groups; peaceful with non-electric tankmates. Will eat dwarf shrimp and tiny fry. Mild electrical interactions among conspecifics.

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