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Elephant Nose Fish
Gnathonemus petersii
Advanced Peaceful fish freshwater
About
Intelligent nocturnal fish that uses weak electrical signals to navigate. Sensitive to medications and salt. Needs sandy substrate.
Water Parameters
Temperature
73 - 82 °F
Ideal: 76 - 82 °F
pH
6 - 7.5
GH (Hardness)
3 - 10 dGH
Quick Facts
Max Size
14"
Min Tank Size
55 gallons
Diet
carnivore
Swimming Zone
bottom
Bioload
medium
Category
other