Choosing Senegal Bichir Tank Mates
Good Senegal Bichir tank mates share the same temperature and pH window, will not be eaten by (or eat) the Senegal Bichir, and do not compete for the same swimming zone or feeding time. Each pair guide below scores those factors from 0 to 100 and gives the minimum tank size for keeping both species together.
Start with the highest-scoring pairs; anything under 45 is listed so you know what to avoid, not as a recommendation.
Care baseline
The Senegal Bichir is a fascinating freshwater fish known for its eel-like body and bony plates. It is a peaceful community fish that can be kept with a variety of species. These fish are active and require a spacious tank with plenty of swimming room. They are not known to be aggressive and can be a great addition to a beginner's aquarium.
| Temperature | 75–82°F |
| pH | 6.2–7.8 |
| Adult size | 19.7 in |
| Minimum group | 1 |