Albino Bichir

Name: Albino Bichir

Scientific Name: Polypterus senegalus “Albino”
Maximum Length: About 12–14 inches
Favorite Things: Dim lighting, a tight-fitting lid, and plenty of hiding spots like caves, driftwood, and broad-leaf plants. Albino Bichirs are prehistoric-looking “dinosaur fish” known for their hardy nature, air-breathing ability, and calm bottom-dwelling personality. They thrive on sinking carnivore pellets, frozen bloodworms, shrimp, and small meaty foods.
Best Buddies: Works well with larger peaceful fish such as silver dollars, geophagus, larger barbs, and bigger cichlids. Avoid small fish (they will get eaten) and overly aggressive tankmates.