Erpetoichthys calabaricus

Snake Fish

Reed Fish

Rope Fish

Snakefish

Ropefish

Reedfish

 
Physical
Size:44.89 cm (17.67 in.)     Stocking Density Calculator
Compatability:Community
Don't keep with fish that are able to fit in the Rope Fish's mouth.
Minimum Tank Size:80 Gallons (302.83) Liters
Ease of Keeping:2 - 3
Water Conditions
Type:Freshwater
Special Type:Brackish
Temperature:77.43° F (25.24° C)
pH:7.14
General Hardness (GH):8
Living
Food Preference:Carnivorous.
Live shrimps and worms, shrimp pellets, frozen blood worms, other worms, insects, small fish (especially Neon Tetras, Leopard Danios, and feeder Guppies), frogs, crabs, beef heart, and lean beef.
Swimming Level:Bottom
Schooling:Small Group
Minimum School Size:4
Setup:Be sure to keep aquarium covered to avoid escape incidents.
Provide plenty of caves for hiding.
Bogwood, rocks, plants, and a sandy substrate are recommended.
Very subdued lighting is required.
Distribution:Tropical West Africa.
Cameroon and the Nigeria Delta.
Flowing rivers, flood plains and internal river deltas.
Breeding
Ease of Breeding:4 - 5
Sexing:Males have 12-14 pectoral spines. Females have 9-10.
Males also have a broader anal fin.
Females have a pointed anal fin.
Never bred in captivity.
Spawning Type:Egg Layer
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http://www.aboutfishonline.com
http://animaldiversity.ummz.umich.edu

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