Home/Store/Fish Out of Stock
Shortnose Gar - Lepisosteus platostomus

Shortnose Gar - Lepisosteus platostomus

$1 000.00
Sold out
Price of shipping is not included.
Size
Sold out
Save this fish to my favorites.
Customer reviews
Reviews only from verified customers
No reviews yet. You can buy this product and be the first to leave a review.
Share this product with your friends
ShareSharePin it
Shortnose Gar - Lepisosteus platostomus
Fish Details, Description and Information Below:

🐟 Shortnose Gar – (Lepisosteus platostomus) – Ancient Freshwater Predator for Sale

The Shortnose Gar (Lepisosteus platostomus) is one of North America’s prehistoric freshwater fish, boasting an elongated body, armor-like ganoid scales, and a shorter, blunt snout compared to other gar species. Native to large rivers and backwaters of the Mississippi River Basin, this species is a skilled ambush predator that has remained largely unchanged for millions of years.

With its unique appearance, slow and deliberate swimming style, and impressive durability, the Shortnose Gar is a fascinating species for experienced aquarists with large tanks or indoor ponds.


🔎 Quick Facts – Shortnose Gar (Lepisosteus platostomus)

  • 📛 Common Names: Shortnose Gar
  • 🔬 Scientific Name: Lepisosteus platostomus
  • 🌍 Origin: North America – Mississippi River Basin, Missouri River, Ohio River
  • 🎹 Appearance: Long, cylindrical body covered in hard diamond-shaped scales; short, broad snout; olive-brown with darker spotting
  • 📏 Max Size: 24–36 inches (61–91 cm)
  • 💎 Rarity: Occasionally available in the aquarium trade

😇 Behavior & Temperament

  • 🐟 Predatory – will eat any fish small enough to fit in its mouth
  • 🌊 Slow-moving, often hovering motionless before striking
  • đŸȘ” Best kept alone or with large, robust tankmates
  • 🛡 Hardy and tolerant of varying water conditions

🏠 Aquarium & Tank Requirements

  • 📩 Minimum Tank Size: 300+ gallons (indoor pond preferred)
  • 🌊 Strong filtration and low to moderate water flow
  • đŸȘ” Open swimming areas with minimal obstruction
  • 💡 Moderate lighting to mimic natural environment

💧 Water Parameters – Shortnose Gar Care

  • đŸŒĄïž Temperature: 68–82°F (20–28°C)
  • ⚗ pH: 6.5–8.0
  • 💧 Hardness: Soft to hard water

đŸœïž Diet – Carnivorous

  • 🐟 Fresh or frozen fish (silversides, smelt)
  • 🩐 Shrimp and crustaceans
  • đŸȘ± Earthworms
  • đŸš« Avoid feeder fish to reduce disease risk

📋 Shortnose Gar Care Overview Table

Feature Details
🌍 Origin North America – Mississippi River Basin
📏 Max Size 24–36 inches (61–91 cm)
😇 Temperament Predatory, solitary or with large tankmates
🏠 Tank Size 300+ gallons
⚗ pH Range 6.5–8.0
đŸŒĄïž Temperature 68–82°F (20–28°C)
đŸœïž Diet Carnivorous
🎯 Ideal For Large predatory fish keepers

✹ Highlight:

  • The Shortnose Gar is a living fossil that offers aquarists the chance to keep a true relic of evolutionary history—best suited for large, well-maintained aquariums or indoor ponds where its size and behavior can be fully appreciated.
Show More
Below are fish you may also like.
Wild Caught
Hoplias malabaricus - (Wolf Fish)
Hoplias malabaricus - (Wolf Fish)
Hoplias malabaricus - (Wolf Fish)
Price of shipping is not included.
$80.00
Out of stock
Wild Caught
Lamena Nourissati - (Paretroplus Nourissati)
Lamena Nourissati - (Paretroplus Nourissati)
Lamena Nourissati - (Paretroplus Nourissati)
Price of shipping is not included.
$100.00
Out of stock
Wild Caught
Siamese Giant Carp - (Catlocarpio siamensis)
Siamese Giant Carp - (Catlocarpio siamensis)
Siamese Giant Carp - (Catlocarpio siamensis)
Price of shipping is not included.
$70.00
Out of stock
Wild Caught
Albino Aral Barbel - (Luciobarbus Brachycephalus)
Albino Aral Barbel - (Luciobarbus Brachycephalus)
Albino Aral Barbel - (Luciobarbus Brachycephalus)
Price of shipping is not included.
$60.00
Out of stock
Wild Caught
L600 Leopard Cactus Pleco - (Pseudacanthicus leopardus)
L600 Leopard Cactus Pleco - (Pseudacanthicus leopardus)
L600 Leopard Cactus Pleco - (Pseudacanthicus leopardus)
Price of shipping is not included.
$300.00
Out of stock
Captive Bred
Dragon Blood Cichlid - (Aulonocara sp.)
Dragon Blood Cichlid - (Aulonocara sp.)
Dragon Blood Cichlid - (Aulonocara sp.)
Price of shipping is not included.
$40.00
Out of stock
Wild Caught
Geophagus sp. 'Pindaré'
Geophagus sp. 'Pindaré'
Geophagus sp. 'Pindaré'
Price of shipping is not included.
$80.00
Out of stock
Wild Caught
Iron Head Driftwood Catfish - (Trachycorystes trachycorystes)
Iron Head Driftwood Catfish - (Trachycorystes trachycorystes)
Iron Head Driftwood Catfish - (Trachycorystes trachycorystes)
Price of shipping is not included.
was $90.00
Save 6%
$85.00
Wild Caught
L149 Red Seam Bristlenose - (Ancistrus sp.)
L149 Red Seam Bristlenose - (Ancistrus sp.)
L149 Red Seam Bristlenose - (Ancistrus sp.)
Price of shipping is not included.
$40.00
Out of stock
Wild Caught
L007 Galaxy Pleco - (Leporacanthicus cf. galaxias)
L007 Galaxy Pleco - (Leporacanthicus cf. galaxias)
L007 Galaxy Pleco - (Leporacanthicus cf. galaxias)
Price of shipping is not included.
$45.00
Out of stock
Wild Caught
L274 Softspotted Snowball Pleco - (Baryancistrus sp.)
L274 Softspotted Snowball Pleco - (Baryancistrus sp.)
L274 Softspotted Snowball Pleco - (Baryancistrus sp.)
Price of shipping is not included.
$45.00
Out of stock
Wild Caught
L333 King Tiger Pleco/Maze Zebra Pleco - (Hypancistrus Seideli) Breeding Group
L333 King Tiger Pleco/Maze Zebra Pleco - (Hypancistrus Seideli) Breeding Group
L333 King Tiger Pleco/Maze Zebra Pleco - (Hypancistrus Seideli) Breeding Group
Price of shipping is not included.
$225.00
Out of stock
  • Search for Fish
  • My Account
  • Track Orders
  • Favorite Fish.
  • Fish Shopping Bag
Powered by Lightspeed
Display prices in:USD
Skip to main content
ENES
Menu
Home
Shop For Fish
DOA Policy/Live Arrival Guarantee
Terms & Conditions/FAQ
Shipping & Payments
About Us
Contact Us
© Jasons Plecos & Cichlids LLC 2017-2025
Language:
ENES
Terms & ConditionsPrivacy PolicyShipping & Payment InfoReturn PolicyQuarantine Your FishReport abuse
Powered by Lightspeed