Habitat: In tributaries and deeper streams of Zaire, from Lisala to Kinshasa. Sex: Male has patches of spines on the body; Female may have fewer spots on the fins. Social Behavior:A large, peaceful, bottom-dwelling fish, specimens should be selected carefully. Not particularly suited to a community tank. Recommended Maintenance: May hide in a small tnak but in the right environment and company it is a bright, friendly tankmate.Needs swimming space with hiding places such as roots or shards.Prefers a dark tank bottom and subdued lighting.
These fish are so fun to watch when they are hunting. They stalk their prey and spring out on them when they least expect it. Not one of the prettiest fish around but definately a great "odd ball" to add to an ordinary tank.
Dawn
A great addition to the community tank. THey give you the fun of oscars and their personable behavior, in a non-agressive package. They love live food, as they are predators, and also love beef heart. They wont attack anything bigger than they can eat.
Tim
I love this fish. So much fun to watch, he follows me from side to side when i am around the tank. Very docile fish likes to sleep and hide inside a clay pot, but is usually swiming around in the tank. He guards his clay pot and will nip at any fish that tries to go in his pot. otherwise the most gentle fish I have. I would love to find another for him to have a companion.
