{"product_id":"black-ghost-knifefish","title":"Black Ghost Knifefish","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"345\" data-end=\"397\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"348\" data-end=\"397\"\u003eBlack Ghost Knifefish (Apteronotus albifrons)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"399\" data-end=\"819\"\u003eAdd mystery and elegance to your aquarium with the captivating Black Ghost Knifefish. Instantly recognisable by its velvety jet-black body, contrasting white tail bands, and graceful ribbon-like swimming motion, this remarkable species is unlike any other freshwater fish. Using weak electrical signals to navigate and locate food, the Black Ghost Knifefish is one of the most fascinating species available to aquarists.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"821\" data-end=\"1020\"\u003eIntelligent, curious, and full of personality, this nocturnal fish becomes increasingly confident as it settles into its environment, often learning to recognise its owner and even feeding from hand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1022\" data-end=\"1354\"\u003e🌿 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1025\" data-end=\"1062\"\u003eWhy Choose Black Ghost Knifefish?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1062\" data-end=\"1065\"\u003e⚫ Elegant jet-black body with distinctive white tail markings\u003cbr data-start=\"1126\" data-end=\"1129\"\u003e⚡ Uses weak electrical signals to navigate and hunt\u003cbr data-start=\"1180\" data-end=\"1183\"\u003e🐠 Graceful, ribbon-like swimming unlike any other fish\u003cbr data-start=\"1238\" data-end=\"1241\"\u003e🧠 Intelligent, curious, and full of personality\u003cbr data-start=\"1289\" data-end=\"1292\"\u003e⭐ A truly unique centrepiece for larger freshwater aquariums\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1356\" data-end=\"1522\"\u003eBlack Ghost Knifefish are most active during the evening and at night, spending their time gliding effortlessly around driftwood, caves, and plants in search of food.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1524\" data-end=\"1991\"\u003e📏 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1527\" data-end=\"1548\"\u003eCare Requirements\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1548\" data-end=\"1551\"\u003e🧬 Scientific Name: \u003cem data-start=\"1571\" data-end=\"1594\"\u003eApteronotus albifrons\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1594\" data-end=\"1597\"\u003e📛 Common Name: Black Ghost Knifefish\u003cbr data-start=\"1634\" data-end=\"1637\"\u003e🏠 Tank Size: 350L+ recommended\u003cbr data-start=\"1668\" data-end=\"1671\"\u003e📏 Adult Size: Up to 50cm\u003cbr data-start=\"1696\" data-end=\"1699\"\u003e🌡️ Temperature: 24–28°C\u003cbr data-start=\"1723\" data-end=\"1726\"\u003e⚗️ pH Range: 6.0–7.5\u003cbr data-start=\"1746\" data-end=\"1749\"\u003e🧘 Temperament: Peaceful to semi-aggressive\u003cbr data-start=\"1792\" data-end=\"1795\"\u003e🍽️ Diet: Sinking carnivore pellets, frozen bloodworm, brine shrimp, mysis shrimp, earthworms, and other meaty foods\u003cbr data-start=\"1911\" data-end=\"1914\"\u003e👥 Group Size: Best kept singly (unless in very large specialist aquariums)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1993\" data-end=\"2264\"\u003eBlack Ghost Knifefish thrive in mature aquariums with excellent water quality, subdued lighting, and plenty of hiding places such as caves, pipes, driftwood, and dense planting. Gentle to moderate water flow and stable water parameters are essential for long-term health.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2266\" data-end=\"2286\"\u003e🐠 \u003cstrong data-start=\"2269\" data-end=\"2286\"\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2288\" data-end=\"2684\"\u003eSuitable for larger peaceful community aquariums with fish too large to be considered prey. They pair well with angelfish, severums, peaceful Geophagus species, larger rainbowfish, silver dollars, Congo tetras, peaceful gouramis, and larger Corydoras. Avoid aggressive cichlids, fin-nipping species, and very small fish such as neon tetras or guppies, which may be eaten as the knifefish matures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2686\" data-end=\"2705\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2686\" data-end=\"2705\"\u003eImportant Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2707\" data-end=\"3072\"\u003eBlack Ghost Knifefish are sensitive to poor water quality and require a well-established aquarium. As a scaleless fish, they can also be more sensitive to certain medications, so treatments should always be used with caution. Although shy initially, they often become surprisingly interactive once settled and may even learn to take food directly from their keeper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3074\" data-end=\"3346\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eThe Black Ghost Knifefish is a fantastic choice for UK aquarists looking for a truly unique and intelligent freshwater fish that combines graceful movement, fascinating behaviour, and striking appearance to create an unforgettable centrepiece in a large tropical aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Petra-aqua","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58340252254589,"sku":null,"price":19.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/www.snuffleandswim.com\/products\/black-ghost-knifefish","provider":"Snuffle and Swim","version":"1.0","type":"link"}