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Senegal Bichir - (Polypterus senegalus) Albino

Senegal Bichir - (Polypterus senegalus) Albino

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Senegal Bichir - (Polypterus senegalus) Albino
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🐟 Albino Senegal Bichir – (Polypterus senegalus) – Rare Freshwater “Dinosaur” Fish for Sale

The Albino Senegal Bichir (Polypterus senegalus) is a stunning color morph of the popular Senegal Bichir, displaying a creamy white to pale yellow body with striking red or pink eyes. Like the standard form, this ancient fish features an elongated body, multiple dorsal finlets, and the ability to breathe atmospheric air, giving it a truly prehistoric appearance.

Its unique coloration and hardy nature make it highly sought after by oddball fish keepers and bichir enthusiasts.


🔎 Quick Facts – Albino Senegal Bichir (Polypterus senegalus)

  • 📛 Common Names: Albino Senegal Bichir, Albino Gray Bichir, Albino Cuvier’s Bichir
  • 🔬 Scientific Name: Polypterus senegalus
  • 🌍 Origin: West & Central Africa (color morph – captive bred)
  • 🎨 Appearance: Creamy white/yellow body, red or pink eyes, same body shape and finlets as the standard form
  • 📏 Max Size: 14–18 inches (35–45 cm)
  • 💎 Rarity: Less common than the normal form; usually captive-bred

😇 Behavior & Temperament

  • 🐟 Peaceful toward tankmates too large to eat
  • 🦑 Predatory – will eat small fish that fit in its mouth
  • 🌙 Mostly nocturnal but will explore in dim lighting during the day
  • 🪵 Enjoys slow cruising and resting on the substrate or decor

🏠 Aquarium & Tank Requirements

  • 📦 Minimum Tank Size: 55+ gallons
  • 🪵 Provide driftwood, rock caves, and secure hiding spaces
  • 🌊 Gentle water movement with excellent filtration
  • 💡 Low to moderate lighting – helps maintain comfort and activity

💧 Water Parameters – Albino Senegal Bichir Care

  • 🌡️ Temperature: 75–82°F (24–28°C)
  • ⚗️ pH: 6.2–7.8
  • 💧 Hardness: Soft to moderately hard

🍽️ Diet – Carnivorous Predator

  • 🦐 Frozen shrimp, krill, and prawns
  • 🐟 Carnivore pellets and small fish pieces
  • 🪱 Earthworms, bloodworms, and blackworms
  • 🚫 Avoid feeder fish to prevent disease and parasites

📋 Albino Senegal Bichir Care Overview Table

Feature Details
🌍 Origin West & Central Africa (captive-bred color morph)
📏 Max Size 14–18 inches (35–45 cm)
😇 Temperament Peaceful with large tankmates
🏠 Tank Size 55+ gallons
⚗️ pH Range 6.2–7.8
🌡️ Temperature 75–82°F (24–28°C)
🍽️ Diet Carnivorous
🎯 Ideal For Oddball keepers, bichir enthusiasts

✨ Highlight:

  • The Albino Senegal Bichir offers all the hardiness and prehistoric charm of the regular Senegal Bichir, but with eye-catching albino coloration that makes it a standout centerpiece in any predator or oddball aquarium.
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