Ansorgii Bichir (Polypterus ansorgii) Short Body Originating from the Atabapo River

Originating from the Atabapo River system in South America

This cichlid is very popular due to their brilliant appearance

There are many color variations and can reach a size 5 to 6 inches

Current Sale Size: Typically 4–9 inches

but this can be quite variable and it seems that no two Clown Knifefish are exactly alike

Ansorgii Bichir (Polypterus ansorgii) Short Body Originating from the Atabapo RiverAlso known as the Guinean bichir is a ray finned fish from rivers and other freshwater habitats in Western Africa, ranging from Guinea Bissau to Nigeria. It reaches a maximum length of 12 inches, is greenish brown to black in color, and has large, dark spots and blotches on its sides.