Mokèlé-mbèmbé Bichir (Polypterus mokelembembe)
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Mokèlé-mbèmbé Bichir
Mokèlé-mbèmbé Bichir
Polypterus mokelembembe
208 Litres (55 US G.)
22.9-27.9cm (9-11 ")
Freshwater
6.5 - 7.5
25 -27 °C (77-80.6°F)
6-10 °d
1:1 M:F
10-25 years
Family
Polypteridae
This animal is available captive bred
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Contents
Sexing[edit]
- The male's anal fin is lobe like.
Tank compatibility[edit]
- An aggressive predator of smaller fish. Keep only with robust similar-sized tank mates.
Diet[edit]
- A carnivore, feed meaty foods such as earthworms, shrimp, bloodworms, mussels and silversides.
Feeding regime[edit]
- Feed once a day when young and 3 times a week when adult. Should be fed at night after lights out.
Environment specifics[edit]
- Foot print of tank is more important then depth. As this is a small Polypteridae, 1 sq. foot of bottom per individual, 2 sq. feet of bottom min. A depth of 40.6cm (16") inches is sufficient. A messy feeder so good filtration is a must. A sandy substrate is preferred. Large rocks and bogwood for hiding places are favoured. A secure lid is a must as this fish is a known escape.
Behaviour[edit]
- Low light is preferred. Most active at night.
External links[edit]
- Fishbase (Mirrors:
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