{"product_id":"platinum-endlicheri-bichir-polypterus-endlicheri-copy","title":"Platinum Endlicheri Bichir (Polypterus endlicheri)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlatinum Endlicheri Bichir\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e(Polypterus endlicheri)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Platinum Endlicheri Bichir is a rare and striking variation of one of the largest bichir species in the hobby. Its bright platinum-white coloration combined with the thick, prehistoric body shape gives it an almost dinosaur-like appearance that immediately stands out in large aquariums.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKnown for their calm but powerful nature, these bichirs are bottom-dwelling predators that spend much of their time slowly cruising the tank or resting near driftwood and rockwork. Their hardy nature and unique look make them a favorite among monster fish keepers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMax Size\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUp to 24–30 inches in captivity\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThick-bodied and heavily built compared to many other bichirs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTank Size\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMinimum: 180 gallons\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecommended: 240+ gallons for adults\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTemperament\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGenerally peaceful toward similarly sized tankmates\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWill eat smaller fish and crustaceans\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBest kept with larger cichlids, catfish, stingrays, and other monster fish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDiet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCarnivorous predator\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeeds on shrimp, fish, worms, mussels, and other meaty foods\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlso accepts high-quality sinking pellets and frozen foods\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWater Parameters\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTemperature: 76–82°F\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003epH: 6.5–7.8\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePrefers clean, well-oxygenated water with low to moderate flow\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCare Notes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRequires a secure lid since bichirs are known escape artists\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAppreciates dim lighting, driftwood, and open swimming space\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExtremely hardy once established and adapts well to large predator setups\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFun Fact\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Endlicheri Bichir belongs to one of the oldest surviving fish lineages on Earth and can breathe atmospheric air using a primitive lung-like organ.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"vendor-unknown","offers":[{"title":"7 - 7.5 inches","offer_id":46155286577348,"sku":null,"price":1500.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"12 inches","offer_id":46155286610116,"sku":null,"price":2300.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0563\/5286\/6500\/files\/47ECBF0A-9D77-4534-90BF-FF66B0FCCA9B.jpg?v=1779038536","url":"https:\/\/www.predatoryfins.com\/products\/platinum-endlicheri-bichir-polypterus-endlicheri-copy","provider":"Predatory Fins","version":"1.0","type":"link"}