Polypterus delhezi (Zaïre polyptere (bichir))

Polypterus delhezi is a fish belonging to the family of polypteridae. He is from rivers and lakes from West Africa. It is a freshwater fish that can reach a length of 30 centimeters. It has a distinctive appearance with its elongated body and its dorsal fin in the shape of a horseshoe.

The polypterus delhezi is often called a loupe fish due to its large pair of eyes which gives it the appearance of having glasses. His skin is covered with rigid scales which allow him to protect himself from predators. The loute fish is a lonely animal that prefers to live alone in an aquarium or a pool.

Polypterus delhezi is an omnivorous fish that feeds on small animals, crustaceans and plants. He has powerful jaws and sharp teeth that allows him to grind his food. Hijack fish is a very active animal that is constantly swimming in water. He also has the ability to breathe in the open air thanks to his gills which allow him to breathe outside the water.

Polypterus delhezi is an easy -to -raise fish. It is resistant and adaptable to many living conditions. It is an interesting fish to observe in aquarium thanks to its beauty and its unique behavior. However, it is important to maintain the clean and well oxygenated aquarium so that the hole fish can live in good health.