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Polypterus ornatipinnis is also called the Ornate bichir. It is one of the most beautiful among all Polypterus family. It has deep black coloration with golden marbled pattern on top of it. Polypterus itself is considered one of the jurassic fish that still survive until today. # Habitat: It inhabits river streams and lake in Africa. It is originated from several places such as Lake Tanganyika, Congo river basin, Burundi and etc. # Water parameter: pH: TDS: 150-250 ppm Temperature: 24-26°C # Max length: 60 cm Usual size on trade: 8cm # Characteristic: The Polypterus ornatipinnis is a nocturnal species that need a lot of floor space for swimming. It is safe to keep at planted tank but not necessarily need plants. It is important to have tank cover since Polypterus is an excellent jumper. # Diet: Live tubifex is its favorite food. While high-grade sinking pellets also acceptable when it is adapted well. # #leopardaquatic #tropicalfish #freshwaterfish #aquarium #nature #fish #ornamentalfish #indonesiafish #fishexporter #indonesiaexporter #wildfish #aquarium #amazingnature #aquariumtank #freshwater #ancientfish #polypterus #polypterusornatipinnis #ornatebichir #bichir
