Description
One of the most widespread bichars it has even been found occasionally in brackish water conditions, particularly in areas of mangrove swamps.
It can reach sizes of 30 inches in length, although they rarely reach that size in captivity. Like all polypterus, they are relatively peaceful with other fish that are too large too eat. Bichirs are carnivorous so feed meaty type foods, ad if hungry, will eat anything that can fit in their mouths.