Overview:<\/strong> The African Big Eyed Aluminium Catfish is a species native to the freshwater rivers and lakes of Africa. Its striking appearance, featuring large expressive eyes and a sleek metallic sheen, makes it a favorite among aquarists seeking a distinctive addition to their tanks.<\/p>\n Origin:<\/strong> These catfish hail from the rivers and lakes of West and Central Africa, where they thrive in a variety of habitats. Their natural environment has influenced their adaptable nature, making them well-suited for captivity.<\/p>\n Feeding:<\/strong> Chrysichthys Longipinnis is a voracious eater, accepting a diverse diet of high-quality pellets, live or frozen foods such as bloodworms and brine shrimp. Providing a balanced diet is key to ensuring their health and vibrancy.<\/p>\n Tank Mates:<\/strong> Generally peaceful, these catfish can coexist with a variety of tank mates. However, it’s advisable to keep them with species of similar size and temperament to prevent competition for resources.<\/p>\n Aggression:<\/strong> Known for their docile nature, the African Big Eyed Aluminium Catfish is a peaceful species that rarely exhibits aggression towards other tank inhabitants. This makes them an excellent choice for community aquariums.<\/p>\n Experience Level:<\/strong> Suitable for aquarists of varying experience levels, this catfish is relatively easy to care for, provided that water parameters are well-maintained. Novice and experienced hobbyists alike can enjoy the beauty and charm of this fascinating species.<\/p>\n Water Parameters:<\/strong> Maintaining stable water conditions is crucial for the well-being of Chrysichthys Longipinnis. Aim for a pH range of 6.5 to 7.5, a temperature between 75\u00b0F to 82\u00b0F (24\u00b0C to 28\u00b0C), and ensure good water quality with regular water changes.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" African Big Eyed Aluminium Catfish Chrysichthys Longipinnis Overview: The African Big Eyed Aluminium Catfish is a species native to the freshwater rivers and lakes of Africa. Its striking appearance, featuring large expressive eyes and a sleek metallic sheen, makes it a favorite among aquarists seeking a distinctive addition to their tanks. Origin: These catfish hail […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":278,"template":"","meta":[],"product_brand":[],"product_cat":[27],"product_tag":[],"class_list":{"0":"post-279","1":"product","2":"type-product","3":"status-publish","4":"has-post-thumbnail","6":"product_cat-catfish","8":"first","9":"instock","10":"taxable","11":"shipping-taxable","12":"purchasable","13":"product-type-simple"},"group_of_quantity":0,"min_quantity":0,"max_quantity":"","exclude_order_quantity_value_rules":"no","exclude_category_quantity_rules":"no","combine_variations":"no","exclude_global_add_ons":[],"addons":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/product\/279","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/product"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/types\/product"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/media\/278"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fmedia&parent=279"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"product_brand","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fproduct_brand&post=279"},{"taxonomy":"product_cat","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fproduct_cat&post=279"},{"taxonomy":"product_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fproduct_tag&post=279"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}