{"product_id":"endlicheri-polypterus-saddled-bichir-tank-raised","title":"Endlicheri Polypterus Saddled Bichir - Tank Raised","description":"\u003ch2 data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEndlicheri Bichir – Tank Raised\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePolypterus endlicherii\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOther Common Names:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Saddled Bichir, Endlicher's Bichir, Saddleback Bichir\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSize:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Regular – Size May Vary\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Tank Raised\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Moderate to Advanced\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Predatory, generally peaceful toward appropriately sized tankmates\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdult Size:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Commonly 24 inches or larger\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 76–82°F\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDiet:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Carnivore\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Endlicheri Bichir is an impressive prehistoric-looking freshwater fish recognized by its elongated body, bold saddle-shaped markings, and distinctive row of dorsal finlets. This fascinating species belongs to an ancient lineage of African fishes and makes a striking addition to large freshwater predator aquariums.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOur tank-raised Endlicheri Bichirs are well suited for experienced aquarists looking for an unusual bottom-dwelling predator. They spend much of their time exploring the substrate and resting beneath driftwood or rockwork, becoming especially active during feeding and lower-light periods.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEndlicheri Bichirs possess a specialized air-breathing organ that allows them to gulp atmospheric air. They must always have unobstructed access to the water surface.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAquarium Requirements:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVery large aquarium with substantial bottom space as the fish matures\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdult housing of approximately 200 gallons or larger, depending on dimensions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoft sand or smooth substrate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDriftwood, caves, and shaded hiding places\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStrong filtration and stable water quality\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSecure, tightly fitted aquarium lid with no escape gaps\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUnobstructed access to atmospheric air\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDiet:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Sinking carnivore pellets, frozen shrimp, chopped fish, earthworms, and other appropriately sized meaty foods. Train juveniles to accept quality prepared foods for balanced nutrition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompatibility:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Best kept with appropriately sized fish that cannot fit into its mouth. Small fish and shrimp may be eaten. Avoid aggressive tankmates that may injure the bichir.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eImportant:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Endlicheri Bichirs grow extremely large and are not suitable for ordinary community aquariums. 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