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Saddled Bichir (Polypterus endlicherii)
24–28°C · pH 6–7.8 · 600L
From £17.99Some sizes on sale
Reedfish, also called Ropefish, is an oddball Polypterid for long covered aquariums with sand, hides and peaceful tank mates too large to swallow. Covered by our Live Arrival Guarantee and sent by licensed live-animal courier.
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Erpetoichthys calabaricus
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Reedfish, also called Ropefish, is an oddball Polypterid for long covered aquariums with sand, hides and peaceful tank mates too large to swallow. Covered by our Live Arrival Guarantee and sent by licensed live-animal courier.
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.
24–28°C · pH 6–7.8 · 600L
23–28°C · pH 6.5–7.5
24–30°C · pH 6–7.5 · 1500L
18–26°C · pH 6.5–8 · 30L
Maintain these water conditions for optimal health and vibrant colors
Reedfish, also called Ropefish (Erpetoichthys calabaricus), is an eel-like African oddball related to bichirs. It is peaceful with suitably sized tank mates, but it is a nocturnal carnivore and an expert escape artist.
Use a long aquarium with a tight, weighted lid, covered filter gaps, soft sand and several hides. Reedfish can breathe air and will test small openings, so lid security is a care requirement, not an optional extra.
Feed after lights dim with earthworms, prawns, mussel, bloodworm, sinking carnivore foods and other meaty items. Small fish may be eaten, even when the Reedfish behaves calmly during the day.
Good companions are larger peaceful fish, robust bichirs and calm oddball species. Avoid tiny fish, fin nippers and aggressive cichlids that may harass the Reedfish.
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