{"product_id":"albino-senegal-bichir-polypterus-senegalus-5-6-cm","title":"Albino Senegal Bichir | Polypterus senegalus (5–6cm)","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"newlands-animal-care-guide\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOverview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlbino Senegal Bichirs have a pale body, red eyes and a row of small dorsal finlets. This ancient-looking predator needs floor space and a secure aquarium prepared for its adult size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSupplied size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5 - 6 cm. Adult size is shown below.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eEnglish name\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAlbino Senegal Bichir\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eLatin name\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePolypterus senegalus\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eOrigin\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWidespread African freshwater species; albino aquarium form bred in captivity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eAdult size\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOften 30-40 cm; larger individuals are possible\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eTypical lifespan\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15-20 years or more\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eTemperament\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePredatory towards smaller animals\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eTank level\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBottom, with visits to the surface to breathe\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSocial needs\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompatible larger fish only; small companions are prey.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTank Setup\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eAquarium size\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePlan at least 350 litres with a 120 × 60 cm base for one adult; allow more for a large specimen or companions.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eTemperature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e24-28°C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003epH\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6.5-8.0\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eHardness\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5-20 dGH\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eWater type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFreshwater\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse smooth substrate, large shelters and a tightly secured lid with no escape gaps. Leave free access to atmospheric air above the water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBehaviour \u0026amp; Compatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWill eat fish and invertebrates small enough to swallow. Most active towards dusk; avoid fin-nippers and aggressive fish that may injure its eyes or fins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDiet \u0026amp; Feeding\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOffer sinking carnivore pellets, earthworms and suitable thawed aquatic invertebrates. Feed where the bichir can find its meal and avoid routine live feeder fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRoutine Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse a fully cycled aquarium before adding livestock. Check temperature, appetite and behaviour daily. Test water regularly: ammonia and nitrite must remain at zero. Make regular partial water changes with conditioned water matched to the aquarium's temperature and chemistry. Keep nitrate low and rinse biological filter media in removed aquarium water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCheck lid security daily and make sure the fish can surface freely. Provide enough turning space and do not use juvenile size to judge suitability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eClick \u0026amp; Collect Only\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYou can order online for Click \u0026amp; Collect.\u003c\/strong\u003e We will confirm when your livestock is ready to collect from Newlands Home and Garden Centre, Clondalkin, Dublin 22. We do not deliver live fish or aquatic invertebrates. Please have a suitable, fully prepared aquarium ready before collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Petra - Aqua Ltd.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55524020420935,"sku":"1142346","price":11.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0661\/8821\/4500\/files\/AlbinoSenegalBichir_Polypterussenegalus_5_6cm.png?v=1792769477","url":"https:\/\/www.newlands.ie\/en-gb\/products\/albino-senegal-bichir-polypterus-senegalus-5-6-cm","provider":"Newlands Garden Centre","version":"1.0","type":"link"}