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Polypterus Ornatipinnis 8-10cm
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Polypterus Ornatipinnis
Superb primitive African fish, calm and fascinating to observe
The Polypterus ornatipinnis, also known as the ornate bichir, is atropical freshwater fish native to the Congo Basin. It is one of the most beautiful Polypterus, recognisable by its black and white mottled coat.
Behaviour & maintenance
A calm, nocturnal species, best kept alone or with large, non-aggressive fish. A minimum 400 L tank with oversized filtration and subdued lighting is required.
Diet
Carnivorous: earthworms, prawns, mussels, fish parts. See our food for carnivorous fish.
Water quality
- Temperature: 25 - 30°C
- pH: 6.2 - 7.8
- GH: 5 - 15 °dGH
- KH: 3 - 8 °KH
- Conductivity: 150 - 400 µS
Decor & environment
Prefer a sandy substrate, with roots and hiding places. A solid cover is essential: the bichir can jump!
Maintenance sheet
| Scientific name | Polypterus ornatipinnis |
|---|---|
| Adult size | 35 - 40 cm |
| Origin | Congo River basin (Central Africa) |
| Temperature | 25 - 30 °C |
| pH | 6,2 - 7,8 |
| GH | 5 - 15 °dGH |
| KH | 3 - 8 °KH |
| Conductivity | 150 - 400 µS |
| Life expectancy | 15 - 20 years |
| Behaviour | Quiet, nocturnal |
| Living area | Bottom |
| Minimum volume | 400 L |
| Diet | Carnivorous |
Aquabota tip
Add a slight current to simulate its natural African habitat.
Shipping & delivery of live fish
The fish are shipped with care in suitable isothermal packaging.
Shipment organisation
- France Express: France, Belgium, Luxembourg
- Closing: every Monday at 10.00 am
- France: Tuesday-Thursday | Belgium & Luxembourg: Tuesday-Wednesday
- categorie
- Poissons tropicaux
- origine
- Élevés en captivité
- espece
- Autres Espèces
- nom latin
- Polypterus Ornatipinnis 5-6cm
- Famille Biotope
- Polypteridae / Afrique
- Taille adulte
- 40–45 cm
- Volume minimum du bac
- 500 L
- Zone de vie
- Fond
- Comportement
- Paisible, prédateur
- Régime alimentaire
- Carnivore (poissons, crustacés)
- Température
- 25–30 °C
- pH
- 6.0–7.5
- GH
- 5–20 °dGH
- KH
- 3–10 °dKH
- Origine géographique
- Congo
- Reproduction
- Ovipare
- Espérance de vie
- 15–20 ans
- Sexe
- Non marqué
- Niveau de difficulté
- Difficile
- Compatibilité
- Grands poissons paisibles
DELIVERY OF LIVE ANIMALS – FRANCE EXPRESS
Delivery of live animals with France Express (mainland France, Belgium and Luxembourg)
When will my order be shipped?
We ship on Mondays and Tuesdays only. No shipments are made from Wednesday to Sunday inclusive.
Any order containing live animals must be placed before Monday at 10:00 am.
It will be shipped on Monday or Tuesday of the same week, depending on the destination.
How long will it take for my order to be delivered?
Delivery takes 24 hours (48 hours maximum) on weekdays.
No deliveries are made on weekends.
How will my order be shipped?
Via France Express, a carrier approved for the transport of animals.
Delivery is secure and the packaging is suitable (insulated boxes).
We add refrigerated packs in summer and heat packs in winter.
Where do you deliver?
Throughout mainland France, Belgium and Luxembourg.
Important: no deliveries will be made to pick-up points.
Do I need to be at home to receive the parcel?
Yes, you must be present.
You must be available at the specified time slot so that the delivery driver can hand-deliver the parcel.
Live animals are transported separately from other items. AquaBota is entitled to postpone a shipment in the event of adverse weather conditions.
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