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Polypterus senegalus Least Concern

Senegal Bichir

Stats

Family

Polypteridae

Genus

Polypterus

Size

30.00 cm

They can grow to be larger in the wild, but often stay a smaller in aquariums

Temperament

Peaceful

Will eat anything that can fit in its mouth

Diet

Piscivore

Tank Size

285.00 L

Temperature

24.0 C - 28.0 C

Parameters

Level

Bottom

Other Information

Males have thicker anal fins than females

Breeding

Spawning Method

Egg-scatterer

Spawning takes place over several days

Spawn Size

200 fry

Breeding Season or Trigger

Water changes and high-quality food

Fry Care

Fry will feed on their egg-sacs for the first few days, and then need to be given live foods.

Locations

Photos

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Adult Image Credit: mhwang

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