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Leucistic African Lungfish - (Protopterus Aethiopicus)
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🐟 Leucistic African Lungfish – (Protopterus aethiopicus) – Freshwater Oddball for Sale

The Leucistic African Lungfish (Protopterus aethiopicus) is a fascinating freshwater species admired for its striking pale coloration and unique ability to breathe air. Native to Africa’s lakes and slow-moving rivers, this ancient fish is a living relic of prehistoric times, capable of surviving in low-oxygen environments by gulping air at the surface. Its elongated, eel-like body and gentle swimming movements make it a captivating addition for oddball and monster fish enthusiasts.


🔎 Quick Facts – Leucistic African Lungfish

  • 📛 Common Name: Leucistic African Lungfish
  • 🔬 Scientific Name: Protopterus aethiopicus
  • 🌍 Origin: Africa – Nile River basin, lakes, and slow-moving waters
  • 🎨 Appearance: Cream to white body with pinkish undertones and reduced pigmentation (leucistic form)
  • 📏 Max Size: Up to 39 inches (100 cm) in the wild; slightly smaller in aquariums
  • 💎 Availability: Freshwater oddball fish for sale

😇 Behavior & Temperament

  • 🛡️ Generally peaceful but may eat very small tankmates
  • 🐟 Best kept singly or with similarly sized, non-aggressive fish
  • 🌬️ Breathes air at the surface and can survive short periods out of water in damp conditions
  • 🦴 Hardy and adaptable to varied water conditions

🏠 Tank Requirements – Leucistic African Lungfish Care

  • 📦 Minimum Tank Size: 125+ gallons for juveniles; larger for adults
  • 🪵 Provide a sandy or fine substrate to prevent skin damage
  • 🪨 Include large hiding spots such as caves or PVC pipes
  • 💧 Gentle water flow with strong filtration to handle waste load

💧 Water Parameters

  • 🌡️ Temperature: 75–82°F (24–28°C)
  • ⚗️ pH: 6.0–7.5
  • 💧 Water Hardness: Soft to moderately hard

🍽️ Diet (Carnivorous)

  • 🦐 Frozen foods such as shrimp, krill, and fish fillets
  • 🪱 Earthworms, bloodworms, and blackworms
  • 🍖 Sinking carnivore pellets and prepared meaty foods

🔍 Sexing

  • No prominent external differences; sexing is difficult without close inspection

📋 Overview Table – Leucistic African Lungfish Care

Feature Details
🌍 Origin Nile River basin & African lakes
📏 Max Size Up to 39 inches (100 cm)
😇 Temperament Peaceful, but predatory toward small fish
🏠 Tank Size 125+ gallons
⚗️ pH Range 6.0–7.5
🌡️ Temp 75–82°F (24–28°C)
🍽️ Diet Carnivorous – meaty foods
🎯 Ideal For Oddball fish keepers, large species tanks

✨ Highlight:
The Leucistic African Lungfish is an extraordinary prehistoric fish with both beauty and resilience, making it a centerpiece for serious aquarists who appreciate rare and unusual species.

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