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🐟 Peters’ Elephant Nose Fish – (Gnathonemus petersii) – Unique Freshwater Oddball Fish for Sale

The Peters’ Elephant Nose Fish (Gnathonemus petersii) is one of the most fascinating and unusual freshwater aquarium species, instantly recognizable by its elongated, trunk-like mouth extension. Native to the slow-moving rivers and floodplains of West and Central Africa, this “trunk” is actually a sensitive extension of the mouth used for detecting food and navigating murky waters.

This species is intelligent, nocturnal, and capable of generating weak electric signals to communicate and sense its surroundings. Best suited for experienced aquarists, Peters’ Elephant Nose Fish require excellent water quality, a peaceful environment, and soft, sandy substrates to prevent injury to their delicate snouts.


🔎 Quick Facts – Peters’ Elephant Nose Fish (Gnathonemus petersii)

  • 📛 Common Name: Peters’ Elephant Nose Fish
  • 🔬 Scientific Name: Gnathonemus petersii
  • 🌍 Origin: West & Central Africa – Niger, Congo, and Chari River Basins
  • 🎨 Appearance: Slender black to dark brown body with a long, trunk-like mouth extension
  • 📏 Max Size: 8–10 inches (20–25 cm)
  • 💎 Availability: Occasionally available, wild-caught

😇 Behavior & Temperament

  • 🌙 Nocturnal – more active during low light or nighttime
  • 🐟 Generally peaceful but may become territorial toward its own kind in small tanks
  • 🧠 Highly intelligent and sensitive to surroundings
  • ⚠️ Requires a calm tank with non-aggressive tankmates

🏠 Aquarium & Tank Requirements

  • 📦 Minimum Tank Size: 55+ gallons
  • 🌿 Soft, sandy substrate to protect snout
  • 🪵 Provide driftwood, caves, and dense plant cover for hiding
  • 💡 Dim lighting or floating plants to diffuse light
  • 🌊 Strong filtration with low current in hiding areas

💧 Water Parameters – Peters’ Elephant Nose Fish Care

  • 🌡️ Temperature: 73–82°F (23–28°C)
  • ⚗️ pH: 6.0–7.5
  • 💧 Hardness: Soft to moderately hard water

🍽️ Diet – Carnivorous

  • 🦐 Frozen or live foods: bloodworms, brine shrimp, blackworms, tubifex
  • 🌾 May accept high-quality sinking carnivore pellets over time
  • ⚠️ Avoid sharp or large foods that could damage snout

📋 Peters’ Elephant Nose Fish Care Overview Table

Feature Details
🌍 Origin West & Central Africa
📏 Max Size 8–10 inches (20–25 cm)
😇 Temperament Peaceful, nocturnal
🏠 Tank Size 55+ gallons
⚗️ pH Range 6.0–7.5
🌡️ Temperature 73–82°F (23–28°C)
🍽️ Diet Carnivorous – live/frozen foods
🎯 Ideal For Experienced aquarists, oddball fish keepers

✨ Highlight:

  • The Peters’ Elephant Nose Fish is a rare and captivating oddball species known for its intelligence, unique “trunk,” and ability to generate electric signals—perfect for aquarists seeking a truly one-of-a-kind aquarium inhabitant.
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