The elephantnose are passive fish and can be taught to eat from your hand, I actually got mine to lie in the palm of my hand. Warning!!! ...
The Elephantnose is named for its elongated snout which helps it dig for food
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Peters' elephantnose fish are native to the rivers of West and Central Africa, in particular the lower Niger River basin, the Ogun River basin and in the upper Chari River.
Peters' Elephantnose Fish
Age of Aquariums Freshwater Fish Peters' Elephantnose Fish - Gnathonemus petersii ...
petersii is the most commonly available of several species of elephantnose. The 'trunk' is used for hunting small food organisms, a soft substrate is necessary to prevent injury to the snout.
The Elephantnose is nocturnal and may be suceptible to photoshock if not maintainted with plenty of available cover. Those using sufficient wattages to grow plants should make an effort to graduate or stagger lighting as it comes on.
Discus, arowanas, elephantnose, neons, cardinals, live plants
50-100 ppm
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Gnathonemus petersii
SYN : Mormyruspetersii, Gnathonemus pictus
PD : This species has an elongated, laterally compressed body.
A good example of this is the elephantnose fish, Gnathonemus petersii. When you search the literature you will find out that this species will reach a final length of 35 cm and should be housed in a tank with a length of approximately 80 cm.
Common Names: Mousetail Knife Fish, , Elephantnose Knife Fish
Synonyms: Gymnorhamphichthys hypostomus petiti , Gymnorhamphichthys rondonis, Urumara rondoni
Family: Rhamphichthyidae ...
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They are peaceful towards other species but adults will sometimes turn aggressive towards others of their own kind. They do have a relatively large mouth so smaller tank mates may disappear. Some of the Mormyridae fishes, such as the Elephantnose and ...
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