Species Care
GOLD GHOST KNIFE FISH
Apteronotus albifrons
Keeping Snapshot:
- Difficulty: Intermediate
- Max Growth Size: 50 cm
- Temperament: Mostly peaceful, territorial to own kind.
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Preferred Water Parameters:
- Temperature: 23-28 degrees celsius
- pH Level: 6.5-7.5
- General Hardness: Soft-Moderate
Range: South America
Reproduction: Breeding behaviour is poorly for this species.
Feeding: Carnivorous. Live foods such as Blackworm, frozen foods such as Bloodworm.
Additional Comments: Nocturnal. Shy at first until settled. Needs several hiding places (eg driftwood, cave like structures, dense planting). Sensitive to medications.
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