Albino Senegal Bichir

🔥 Albino Senegal Bichir (Polypterus senegalus – Albino Variety)
Add a truly prehistoric centrepiece to your aquarium with the fascinating Albino Senegal Bichir. With its elongated body, primitive fins, and pale pink-white colouration with red eyes, this unique fish looks like something straight out of ancient times.

Unlike typical community fish, Bichirs are slow-moving, bottom-dwelling predators with a calm, almost curious nature. Their ability to breathe atmospheric air and “walk” along the substrate using their fins makes them one of the most unusual and captivating species available to UK aquarists.

🌿 Why Choose Albino Senegal Bichir?
🦴 Prehistoric, dinosaur-like appearance
🤍 Unique albino colouration with red eyes
🐠 Slow, graceful bottom-dwelling behaviour
🌬️ Can breathe atmospheric air
⭐ Incredible centrepiece fish for larger aquariums

Their distinctive movement and behaviour make them a true talking point in any setup.

📏 Care Requirements
🧬 Scientific Name: Polypterus senegalus
📛 Common Name: Albino Senegal Bichir
🏠 Tank Size: 200L+ recommended
🌡️ Temperature: 24–28°C
⚗️ pH Range: 6.5–7.8
🧘 Temperament: Peaceful (predatory towards small fish)
🍽️ Diet: Carnivore – sinking pellets, frozen & live foods (bloodworm, prawn, fish pieces)
👥 Group Size: Can be kept singly or with similar-sized fish

Albino Senegal Bichirs thrive in aquariums with soft substrate, low lighting, and plenty of hiding spaces such as caves and driftwood. A secure lid is essential, as they are known escape artists.

🐠 Compatibility
Best kept with medium to large peaceful fish such as larger tetras, bichirs, ropefish, gouramis, cichlids (non-aggressive), and catfish. Avoid small fish that may be seen as food.

Important Notes
Albino Senegal Bichirs are nocturnal and may be more active during the evening. They must have access to the water surface to breathe air, and all tank gaps should be sealed as they can escape. Tankmates should be chosen carefully due to their predatory nature.

The Albino Senegal Bichir is an excellent choice for UK fishkeepers looking for a unique, prehistoric-style fish that offers fascinating behaviour and makes a bold statement in larger aquariums.