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Leopard Bush Fish
Regular price
$39.98
Scientific Name: Ctenopoma acutirostre
Common Name: Leopard Bush Fish, Spotted Climbing Perch
Origin: Congo River Basin, Central Africa
Adult Size: 6–8 inches
Lifespan: 8–10 years
Temperament: Semi-aggressive, predatory but generally peaceful with similar-sized fish
Tank Size: Minimum 40 gallons
Water Parameters:
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Temperature: 75–82°F (24–28°C)
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pH: 6.0–7.5
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Hardness: Soft to moderately hard
Tank Setup:
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Heavily planted or decorated with driftwood and caves
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Dim lighting to replicate natural habitat
-
Moderate filtration with low water flow
Diet:
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Carnivorous; enjoys live or frozen foods like shrimp, bloodworms, and small fish
-
Can adapt to high-quality pellets over time
-
Feed 3–4 times per week to avoid obesity
Behavior:
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Intelligent and curious; may recognize regular caretakers
-
Solitary or in loose groups—avoid housing with much smaller fish
-
Peaceful toward tank mates that don’t fit in its mouth
Tips:
-
Good jumper—use a secure lid
-
Provide plenty of hiding places to reduce stress
-
Can breathe atmospheric air using a labyrinth organ—ensure surface access
Scientific Name: Ctenopoma acutirostre
Common Name: Leopard Bush Fish, Spotted Climbing Perch
Origin: Congo River Basin, Central Africa
Adult Size: 6–8 inches
Lifespan: 8–10 years
Temperament: Semi-aggressive, predatory but generally peaceful with similar-sized fish
Tank Size: Minimum 40 gallons
Water Parameters:
-
Temperature: 75–82°F (24–28°C)
-
pH: 6.0–7.5
-
Hardness: Soft to moderately hard
Tank Setup:
-
Heavily planted or decorated with driftwood and caves
-
Dim lighting to replicate natural habitat
-
Moderate filtration with low water flow
Diet:
-
Carnivorous; enjoys live or frozen foods like shrimp, bloodworms, and small fish
-
Can adapt to high-quality pellets over time
-
Feed 3–4 times per week to avoid obesity
Behavior:
-
Intelligent and curious; may recognize regular caretakers
-
Solitary or in loose groups—avoid housing with much smaller fish
-
Peaceful toward tank mates that don’t fit in its mouth
Tips:
-
Good jumper—use a secure lid
-
Provide plenty of hiding places to reduce stress
-
Can breathe atmospheric air using a labyrinth organ—ensure surface access
1-2 Day Shipping.
ALL LIVESTOCK orders will only be packed up and shipped Monday-Tuesday.
ALL LIVESTOCK purchases are non-returnable.
Please refer to our FAQ page for any other questions related to this subject.
1-2 Day Shipping.
ALL LIVESTOCK orders will only be packed up and shipped Monday-Tuesday.
ALL LIVESTOCK purchases are non-returnable.
Please refer to our FAQ page for any other questions related to this subject.
Regular price
$39.98
Scientific Name: Ctenopoma acutirostre
Common Name: Leopard Bush Fish, Spotted Climbing Perch
Origin: Congo River Basin, Central Africa
Adult Size: 6–8 inches
Lifespan: 8–10 years
Temperament: Semi-aggressive, predatory but generally peaceful with similar-sized fish
Tank Size: Minimum 40 gallons
Water Parameters:
-
Temperature: 75–82°F (24–28°C)
-
pH: 6.0–7.5
-
Hardness: Soft to moderately hard
Tank Setup:
-
Heavily planted or decorated with driftwood and caves
-
Dim lighting to replicate natural habitat
-
Moderate filtration with low water flow
Diet:
-
Carnivorous; enjoys live or frozen foods like shrimp, bloodworms, and small fish
-
Can adapt to high-quality pellets over time
-
Feed 3–4 times per week to avoid obesity
Behavior:
-
Intelligent and curious; may recognize regular caretakers
-
Solitary or in loose groups—avoid housing with much smaller fish
-
Peaceful toward tank mates that don’t fit in its mouth
Tips:
-
Good jumper—use a secure lid
-
Provide plenty of hiding places to reduce stress
-
Can breathe atmospheric air using a labyrinth organ—ensure surface access
Scientific Name: Ctenopoma acutirostre
Common Name: Leopard Bush Fish, Spotted Climbing Perch
Origin: Congo River Basin, Central Africa
Adult Size: 6–8 inches
Lifespan: 8–10 years
Temperament: Semi-aggressive, predatory but generally peaceful with similar-sized fish
Tank Size: Minimum 40 gallons
Water Parameters:
-
Temperature: 75–82°F (24–28°C)
-
pH: 6.0–7.5
-
Hardness: Soft to moderately hard
Tank Setup:
-
Heavily planted or decorated with driftwood and caves
-
Dim lighting to replicate natural habitat
-
Moderate filtration with low water flow
Diet:
-
Carnivorous; enjoys live or frozen foods like shrimp, bloodworms, and small fish
-
Can adapt to high-quality pellets over time
-
Feed 3–4 times per week to avoid obesity
Behavior:
-
Intelligent and curious; may recognize regular caretakers
-
Solitary or in loose groups—avoid housing with much smaller fish
-
Peaceful toward tank mates that don’t fit in its mouth
Tips:
-
Good jumper—use a secure lid
-
Provide plenty of hiding places to reduce stress
-
Can breathe atmospheric air using a labyrinth organ—ensure surface access
1-2 Day Shipping.
ALL LIVESTOCK orders will only be packed up and shipped Monday-Tuesday.
ALL LIVESTOCK purchases are non-returnable.
Please refer to our FAQ page for any other questions related to this subject.
1-2 Day Shipping.
ALL LIVESTOCK orders will only be packed up and shipped Monday-Tuesday.
ALL LIVESTOCK purchases are non-returnable.
Please refer to our FAQ page for any other questions related to this subject.
