Short Body Platinum Senegal Bichir autopostr_pinterest_55196 while still offering open areas

while still offering open areas for swimming

With proper care

These fish prefer slow-moving waters with soft substrates

acidic conditions with low mineral content

they can coexist with a variety of tank mates

Short Body Platinum Senegal Bichir autopostr_pinterest_55196 while still offering open areasCommon Name: Platinum Senegal Bichir Scientific Name: Polypterus senegalus Country of Origin: Widely Distributed Around Africa Wild Caught Captive Bred: Captive Bred Diet: Carnivore. This fish is not a fussy eater and does well with a high protein diet of meaty frozen foods and pellets. Compatibility: Semi Aggressive. Generally does quite well with tank mates but should only be kept with tank mates large enough to not fit inside its mouth Current