African Knifefish
Xenomystus nigri
Freshwater Fish
Species Group: Knifefish
Family: Notopteridae
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About African Knifefish
General information
The African Knifefish can be kept by themselves or in groups of five, they can grow to 9 inches (23 cm) in length therefore they will require a large aquarium with many hiding places and even possibly roots. They are nocturnal predator fish so they may not be as active during the day.
Diet & nutrition
They should be fed highly nutritious live or frozen food or even food tablets. Some of the types of food that they normally eat are insects, insect larvae, and even shrimp.
Determining sex
Females have a larger abdomen area.
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