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  1. Josh's Fish

    Biotopes of Bichirs

    Hi all, it's been a while since I've posted in here, I've missed MFK (I've needed a bit of a break from being online; aren't Facebook groups just so mentally fatiguing?). A lot of my work has gone into print these days (Practical Fishkeeping, Amazonas, Fish etc., along with books), and I've been...
  2. M

    Bichir Disease

    My Lapradei Bichir is currently suffering from this disease, only Lapradei, the other Bichirs are fine. I am very worried because it seems to be getting worse and I have never encountered this case before, I also cannot find the name of the disease. Please tell me information about the disease...
  3. T

    Will an Orante be a problem when kept with a Senagal later down the line?

    Currently have a plat Senegal around 8-9cm (3 - 3.5 inches). Would it be a good idea to get an 8cm (3 inch) Ornate with it? I know that Ornates can be bullies and will outgrow the Senegal but I have seen Ornates cohabitate fine with other Bichers online. Is it just a matter of individual fish...
  4. rayoddballfish

    For Sale  High Quality Platinum Endlicheri

    Hello everyone! Importing from Indonesia once again with shipment arrival October 15th. Taking preorder for platinum endlicheri. These are super nice 8 inch specimens and the exact fish listed. If any of them interest you please reach out. $550 each. Can pick up in 08816 NJ or shipping next day...
  5. rayoddballfish

    For Sale  Platinum Ornate Bichir

    Hi all, I have a 4 inch platinum ornate bichir looking for a new home. Pig of an eater. Feeding on shrimp, pellets, and smelt. Located in East Brunswick NJ 08816 but willing to ship for additional cost. Serious Inquiries only. No lowball offers. Priced to sell quick. Thank you, Ray :)
  6. G

    For Sale  On sale including the tank with stand

    Tank 72X48X20 aroudn corner, Black back and white base over flow. 3/4 thick with stand $2000 20 inches Lince catfish $800 13 inches Piraiba catsifh $300 13.5 inches Platinum Endli $1100 9 inches Platinum Senegal $100 7 inches X3 Clown Loach $ 300 8 inches Blue Eye pleco $200
  7. G

    For Sale  13.5 Inches Platinum Endlicheri

    Selling 13.5 Inches Platinum Endli $1200 clean color no dots,
  8. rayoddballfish

    For Sale  Bichirs and Datnoids

    Hey all looking to downsize some of my Bichir collection and sell some of my datnoids. Located in East Brunswick NJ but willing to travel or meet halfway. - 7 inch golden Senegal bichirs $50 each or $80 for both - 7 inch plat Senegal $40 - 11 inch wc Nigerian lapradei Bichir $60 - 9 inch pair...
  9. W

    For Sale  Bichir

    Endlicheri bichir 14-16” - $100 Ansorgii bichir 14-16” - $100 Lapradei bichir (wild caught) 14-16” - $100 Ornate bichir 12-14” - $100 Delhezi bichir 8-10” - $60 All 5 for $350 Photos are old when they were on red sand. All are significantly bigger, and very thick. Pick up Malta, NY
  10. Vince

    For Sale  Endlicheri Bichirs 2x (5-6inches)

    Endlis. Text 714 222 0170
  11. J

    Single Florida gar or in a group?

    Is it better to keep a single Florida gar or keep them in a group? And why? If in a group, minimum how many would you say? Thank you!
  12. W

    For Sale  Kelberi peacock bass - black arowana - bichirs and more

    5x Kelberi peacock bass 8-10”, eating ONLY pellets - $450 Black arowana 12-14” - $300 Silver arowana 24-26” (DE 1x eye) - $140 Endlicheri bichir 14-16” - $140 Ansorgii bichir 14-16” - $140 Lapradei bichir 14-16” - $120 Ornate bichir 12-14” - $120 Delhezi bichir 7-8” - $80 5x Red Hook silver...
  13. C

    WC or CB?

    is this wc? it looks like nigerian or guinean lap wc for me but the eye looks like cb
  14. P

    How Many Bichirs Could I Have?

    Currently, I have one P. Senegalus that is about a year old. He is the most amazing fish I've ever owned so of course it makes me want more! As of now I have him in a 55g long with a young Red-tailed Shark, a Common Pleco, and an African Cichlid that I bred myself in highschool. I know that this...
  15. C

    Need some help! is this some kind of fungus and how to treat

    I had notice my Lapradei had this white stuff on its body a few days ago. i only did 50% water change and add some salt.. Does anyone have any suggestions to solve this issue? or what should I to medicate with?
  16. B

    Help Identifying Mark/Spot

    *New member warning lol* Hello! I have just noticed a small mark on one of my Delhezi Bichirs. I am unsure if it is a scrape or little nick from an object or if it is illness related. It had to have appeared between this afternoon and this morning. No signs of any abnormal behaviour since I...
  17. Zmouvek

    So what really IS the smallest Polypterid?

    I have been slowly preparing my little 40 gallon breeder over the past (checks calendar) five months, and over that time I have generally been planning to acquire a bichir, I haven't the permission nor capitol to secure a larger tank (as much as it pains me), so I have to make due with the...
  18. R

    Air breathers fish that can live with my bichirs

    what are some suggestion you guys have for fish that can breath air and are suitable tank mates for my bichirs? I have a 10ft X 2ft X 3ft tank and the residents are: Endlicheri, Ornate, Teugelsi, Weeksii and Ansorgii. These are some fish that i'm thinking of adding, but i'm still not sure if...
  19. C

    For Sale  Ornate bichir 16 inches

    Hello yall I have a big ornate bichir for sale, he has simply outgrown my tank. I got him when I was an inexperience fish keeper and I now would prefer to move in a different direction as the fish he will not eat have to be huge. He eats pellets frozen fish and anything else you could think of...
  20. W

    Polypterus pen pal

    7 years ago I saw a polypterus for the first time and I’ve been obsessed ever since. I’m happy to announce that I’m finally pulling the trigger on my dream tank. Here is a basic run down of my plan First set up my 75 gallon (48x18”) footprint with a 40 gallon diy sump system. Stock list will...
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