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Arowana Knifefish (Papyrocranus afer) is a fish in the family Notopteridae, supplied as live aquarium stock in the UK.
Care at a Glance
Scientific Name
Papyrocranus afer
Max Adult Size
up to 80 cm
Temperature
24–30°C
Adult size is the maximum length this species reaches at full maturity (scientific sources). The livestock you receive will be younger and smaller — pick a size variant above for the actual shipping size. Product-photo provenance and any image-specific limitations are stated on the listing.
Papyrocranus afer
Arowana Knifefish (Papyrocranus afer)
£74.99
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Arowana Knifefish (Papyrocranus afer) is a fish in the family Notopteridae, supplied as live aquarium stock in the UK.
Care at a Glance
Scientific Name
Papyrocranus afer
Max Adult Size
up to 80 cm
Temperature
24–30°C
Adult size is the maximum length this species reaches at full maturity (scientific sources). The livestock you receive will be younger and smaller — pick a size variant above for the actual shipping size. Product-photo provenance and any image-specific limitations are stated on the listing.
Water Parameters
Maintain these water conditions for optimal health and vibrant colors
Temperature
24–30°C
24°CIdeal30°C
Arowana Knifefish (Papyrocranus afer) is a fish in the family Notopteridae, supplied as live aquarium stock in the UK. Its native range is tropical West Africa. The maximum recorded length is 80 cm (FishBase).
Water and habitat
In the wild it is a freshwater demersal species. FishBase gives a water temperature range of 24–30 °C. Plan the aquarium around the adult length of 80 cm, not the size supplied.
Species facts
- Maximum length: 80 cm (FishBase)
- Temperature: 24–30 °C (FishBase)
- Environment: Freshwater, demersal
- Family: Notopteridae
- IUCN Red List: Least Concern
What you receive
Live Arowana Knifefish (Papyrocranus afer). Every order is expert-packed and sent by tracked UK delivery with our live arrival guarantee.
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