Elephant Nose Gnathonemus petersii
Water: Freshwater
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Overview
Scientific name
Gnathonemus petersii
Origin region
West Africa
Care level
Challenging
Level in tank
Bottom
Adult size (cm)
20.00
Minimum tank (L)
200
Temperament
Peaceful
Diet
Carnivore
Water parameters
Temperature (°C)
24.0–28.0
pH
6.50–7.50
GH (dGH)
2.0–12.0
KH (dKH)
1.0–6.0
Salinity (ppt)
0.00–0.00
Habitat & environment
West Africa
Feeding
Carnivore
Temperament & behaviour
Peaceful
Breeding & care
Egg layer; needs experienced keeper.
Notes
Electroreceptive; fine sand; dim tank.