Ornate Bichir merch Floating plants and subdued lighting

Floating plants and subdued lighting are ideal for reducing stress and accentuating their coloration

and crayfish

They readily accept live and frozen foods

and rocks is essential to ensure their comfort and security

and small catfish like Corydoras

Ornate Bichir merch Floating plants and subdued lightingThe Ornate Bichir, scientifically known as Polypterus ornatipinnis, is a striking and prehistoric looking freshwater fish native to the slow moving rivers, floodplains, and swamps of Central and East Africa, particularly in the Congo River Basin and Lake Tanganyika tributaries. It is one of the most visually striking bichir species, known for its intricate patterning and eel like body. Physically, Polypterus ornatipinnis has a long, cylindrical body