Nile Bichir (Polypterus bichir)
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Nile Bichir
Nile Bichir
Polypterus bichir
908 Litres (240 US G.)
61-71.1cm (24-28 ")
Freshwater
6.5 - 7.2
23 -27 °C (73.4-80.6°F)
6-16 °d
1:1 M:F
8-12 years
Family
Polypteridae
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Contents
Additional names
- Nile Bichir
Additional scientific names
- Polypterus bichir bichir
Origin
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Sexing
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Tank compatibility
- A large and predatory fish which will eat smaller fish.
Diet
- Live and dead fish, nightcrawlers and bloodworms.
Feeding regime
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Environment Specifics
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Behaviour
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Identification
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Pictures
Videos
External links
- Fishbase (Mirrors:
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