Post by Allaquatica on Jan 20, 2007 21:36:26 GMT -5
Marbled Birchir polypterus palmas
Temp 75-82f, 24-28c
Tankmates: larger fish
size: 12inches / 30cm
Feed: live/frozen meaty foods
ph: 6.8 / 7.5
Common name(s): Marbled bichir, Shortfin bichir, dinosaur eel
Origin:West Africa: Congo, Guinea, Liberia, Sierra Leone
Description: The dorsal area in front of the dorsal finlets has irregular small spots. The ventral surface has a uniform lighter colouration. The pectoral fins are usually spotted. The membranes of the dorsal finlets have contrasting light and dark colouration. 7-9 dorsal spines are present.
Comments: There is some confusion with respect to the identity of species within the P. palmas complex, with additional variants awaiting formal description
A great article on the history and care of these fish:
www.thetropicaltank.co.uk/keeping_polypterus.htm
Temp 75-82f, 24-28c
Tankmates: larger fish
size: 12inches / 30cm
Feed: live/frozen meaty foods
ph: 6.8 / 7.5
Common name(s): Marbled bichir, Shortfin bichir, dinosaur eel
Origin:West Africa: Congo, Guinea, Liberia, Sierra Leone
Description: The dorsal area in front of the dorsal finlets has irregular small spots. The ventral surface has a uniform lighter colouration. The pectoral fins are usually spotted. The membranes of the dorsal finlets have contrasting light and dark colouration. 7-9 dorsal spines are present.
Comments: There is some confusion with respect to the identity of species within the P. palmas complex, with additional variants awaiting formal description
A great article on the history and care of these fish:
www.thetropicaltank.co.uk/keeping_polypterus.htm
