Fish Species
Black Ghost Knifefish
Apteronotus albifrons
About
A large nocturnal South American electric fish that navigates using a weak electric field. It is shy by day, requires caves or dark tubes, and should be housed with tankmates too large to be swallowed. Adults need substantial floor space, excellent filtration and stable water quality.
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Classification
Scientific Name
Apteronotus albifrons
Origin Region
South America, Venezuela south through Amazon, Paraguay and Paraná systems
Water Type
freshwater
Diet
Carnivore
Care Difficulty
Expert
Max Size
50 cm | 19.7 in
Water Requirements
South American RiversTemperature
24–29°C
pH
6.5–7.5
GH Hardness
4–10dGH
KH Alkalinity
3–6dKH
Min Tank Size
500L