Ornate Bichir, Captive-Bred - Large
Polypterus ornatipinnis
Description
Ornate Bichir, Captive-Bred - Large. The Ornate Bichir, Polypterus ornatipinnis , is considered the most attractive of the Bichir group. It is a Lobe-finned Pike, a freshwater fish originating from Africa. As with other members of the primitive Polypteridae family, the Ornate Bichir has the unique ability to survive out of water. With a lung-like paired swimbladder and gills to help breathing, the Ornate Bichir can spend short periods of time on land, but must soon return to its water environment for adequate respiration. The Ornate Bichir does best in a large "oddball" aquarium, densely planted with numerous hiding places, and a sandy bottom. This species is semi-aggressive in... Source: LiveAquaria Freshwater Fish. Please confirm current availability, size, price, delivery and collection terms with the seller.