Polypterus delhezi
| Scientific name | Polypterus delhezi |
|---|---|
| Descriptor | Boulenger |
| Year of description | 1899 |
| IUCN category | LC |
| Family | Polypteridae |
| Genus | Polypterus |
Introduction
Polypterus delhezi is a fresh water fish from the Africa.
Who is it?
Morphology
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Average size32 cm
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Maximum size44 cm
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ShapeSerpentiform
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Patternvertical stripes
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Average size32 cm
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Maximum size44 cm
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ShapeSerpentiform
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Patternvertical stripes
How to recognize Polypterus delhezi ?
Polypterus delhezi measures between 32 and 44 cm. This fish is bicolore with a predominantly noir and beige body. The also has noir vertical stripes.
Sexual dimorphism
Behaviour & Life cycle
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dietcarnivorous
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Sociabilitysolitary
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territorialNo
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Way of livingnocturnal
Polypterus delhezi hunts in the stalk and is one of the predators of its biotope. Opportunistic, it does not hesitate to attack any smaller animal nearby.
Polypterus delhezi is a fish solitary naturally found near the bottom. This species is carnivorous . This fish lives mainly at night. Usually, it leaves its hiding place and starts to be active once it gets dark.
Although Polypterus delhezi is non-territorial, it is sometimes aggressive towards other species.
Reproduction
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Migratory speciesNo
Harmless species
This species does not represent any particular threats to humans when encountered in its natural environment.
Where to find it?
What is its habitat?
Natural environment characteristics
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Temperature26 - 28 °C
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pH (acidity)6 - 7.5
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gh (hardness)6 - 16
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FlowSlow and Stagnant
Biotope presentation
Fishkeeping
Not recommended
We do not recommend keeping this species in an aquarium. It has unpredictable needs which, if not met, generate significant stress, potentially leading to a shorter life expectancy, an interruption of its growth or the development of pathogens.
To go further
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