Species profile
Albino Bichir
Polypterus senegalusAlbino Bichir (Polypterus senegalus) aquarium profile: minimum 75 gallon tank, 14 inch adult size, 75-82°F temperature range, and advanced care. Can usually be planned as a single specimen or small group depending on temperament.
Community leaningAdvanced care
75 galMinimum tank
14 inAdult size
1Schooling minimum
75-82°FTemperature
Water Range
- pH
- 6.5-7.8
- GH
- 5-15 dGH
- KH
- 2-10 dKH
Behavior
- Temperament
- Moderate
- Fin nipping
- 0/5
- Territory
- 1/5
Diet and Care
- Diet
- carnivore
- Diet difficulty
- 3/5
- Care difficulty
- 4/5
Planning Notes
Predatory or specialist fish; plan for adult size, secure lids, and meaty feeding needs.
This species may need live, frozen, fresh, or otherwise specialized foods.
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