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Their natural habitat influences their preferences for tank conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeeding:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs carnivorous hunters, they thrive on a diet of live or frozen foods, including bloodworms, small crustaceans, and high-quality pellets. Their feeding habits often involve nocturnal foraging, so offering food during evening hours can encourage natural behavior.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTank Mates:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDue to their docile nature, Giant Marbled Reticulated Arowana Knife Fish can coexist with peaceful tank mates such as larger tetras, peaceful cichlids, and catfish species of similar size. Avoid keeping them with overly aggressive or nippy fish that might stress or injure them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAggression:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKnown for their calm demeanor, they are generally non-aggressive towards tank mates. However, it’s essential to provide adequate hiding spots and cover as they might become reclusive if they feel threatened or stressed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExperience Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIntermediate to advanced aquarists are best suited for caring for these stunning creatures. Their specific requirements regarding water parameters and diet necessitate a moderate level of expertise in maintaining a stable and suitable aquatic environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater Parameters:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaintain a spacious tank of at least 75 gallons or more, with water temperatures between 75-82°F (24-28°C). 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With its sleek black body and elongated shape, it stands out as a captivating addition to any aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOriginating from South America, particularly the Amazon River basin and its tributaries, this nocturnal species thrives in slow-moving, heavily vegetated waters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese fish are carnivorous and prefer live or frozen foods such as bloodworms, brine shrimp, and small insects. They may also accept high-quality pellets or flakes, but a varied diet is essential for their health.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTank Mates:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDue to their peaceful nature, Black Ghost Knife Fish usually coexist well with non-aggressive tank mates like peaceful cichlids, tetras, catfish, and other similarly sized, non-territorial species. Avoid keeping them with aggressive or fin-nipping fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAggression:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTypically shy and non-aggressive, they are more likely to hide when stressed or threatened rather than display aggression. However, they may become territorial if space is limited or if they feel threatened.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExperience Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIntermediate to advanced. 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This is partly because of its common availability and being relatively inexpensive. But its also a favorite because it is extremely attractive. They usually have a pattern of large spots, but this can be quite variable and it seems that no two Clown Knifefish are exactly alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe normal colouring of the Clown Knifefish is a silvery grey characterized by a variable pattern of large spots above the base of the anal fin. Yet sometimes they may have no spots at all, and sometimes they may have two rows of smaller spots. Other common names it is known by are Clown Featherback Fish, Spotted Knifefish, Spotted Featherback Fish, and Clown Knife. There is also an albino colour form as seen in the picture above that's called the Albino Clown Knifefish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Clown Knife has the typical knifefish body shape, flat and elongated with an arched back. Its anal fin and caudal fin (tail fin) are joined, giving it a long continuous fin along the underside. This fin undulates, allowing it to move either forwards or back wards, making it a very graceful swimmer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Names\u003c\/strong\u003e: Clown Featherback, Spotted Knifefish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003cem\u003eChitala ornata\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMax Size\u003c\/strong\u003e: ~70cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature Range\u003c\/strong\u003e: 24-28°C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003epH Range\u003c\/strong\u003e: 6-7, benefits from slightly soft\/acidic conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e: Aggressive, only suitable for specialist community aquariums with other large, boisterous fish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Safe\u003c\/strong\u003e: No, but may leave robust varieties like 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reaching around 8 inches (20 cm). The uniform blackish gray brown body of the African Knifefish is flat and elongated with an arched back. It has a continuous fin along the underside formed by a joining of the caudal and anal fin. It is a graceful swimmer and this fin allows it to move both forwards and backwards. These fish have no dorsal fins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt has a large mouth and two short barbels used for hunting. When not hiding it will normally be seen swimming with its head down and barbels close to substrate hunting for food. The barbels help to locate food. Like other knifefishes, it is a nocturnal predator that also uses electrical fields to navigate and find prey.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts scales are very small giving them an almost scaleless appearance with the only break being the lateral line. The lateral line is this fishes most important sensory apparatus, It has nerve filled pits throughout which gives it the ability to swim in lightless waters by emitting electrical pulses. An interesting characteristic is its ability to emit a bell-like or barking sound, produced by ejecting air from its swim bladder.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize of fish – inches:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e11.8 inches (30.00 cm) – In the wild, the African Knifefish can grow as large as 12″ (30 cm), but a maximum size of around 8″ (20 cm) is more realistic for a tank raised specimen.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLifespan:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e10 years – Their average life expectancy runs between 3 – 7 years, with an occasional lifespan of 10 years.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"\u003e\u003cspan id=\"Fish_Keeping_Difficulty\"\u003eFish Keeping Difficulty\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca name=\"Fish%20Keeping%20Difficulty\" id=\"Fish Keeping Difficulty\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese knifefish are very hardy after the first 30 days in a new environment. These fish are mainly wild caught and can be very timid and hard to fed at first. So there is a high mortality rate during this acclimation time. Once you get past the first 30 days they are very easy to take care of. Making sure they are getting their share of the food is the hardest part. They are not only shy but also normally only eat at night unless trained to eat during the day, which can be done.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAquarium Hardiness:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eModerately hardy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAquarist Experience Level:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eIntermediate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"\u003e\u003cspan id=\"Foods_and_Feeding\"\u003eFoods \u0026amp; Feeding\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca name=\"Foods%20and%20Feeding\" id=\"Foods and Feeding\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe African Knifefish are carnivores. In the wild they begin to eat when the sun sets and continue throughout the night, feeding on worms, crustaceans, insects and snails. A tank of around 55 gallons is large enough to keep an adult in good condition for all of its life. They are one of the few species of knife fish that will eat dried foods such as flakes and sinking pellets. A varied diet is important so be sure to also feed some fresh or frozen foods such as brine shrimp or bloodworms. They will eat small fish but this is more of a warning that small tank mates may disappear, not a suggestion for feeding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDiet Type:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eCarnivore\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlake Food:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eOccasionally\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTablet \/ Pellet:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eYes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLive foods (fishes, shrimps, worms):\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eMost of Diet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMeaty Food:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eAll of Diet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFeeding Frequency:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eDaily\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"\u003e\u003cspan id=\"Aquarium_Care\"\u003eAquarium Care\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca name=\"Aquarium%20Care\" id=\"Aquarium Care\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis species of knifefish needs clear and pristine water to survive. High quality filters are necessary and there needs to be away that the filters do not create to much of a current. Weekly 30 – 50% water changes should be done, depending on the bio load. These fish are very sensitive to water changes and the water should be tested often to assure that you will have a healthy fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Changes:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eWeekly – Do a 30 – 50% water change weekly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"\u003e\u003cspan id=\"Aquarium_Setup\"\u003eAquarium Setup\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca name=\"Aquarium%20Setup\" id=\"Aquarium Setup\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe African Knife fish will spend most of its time near the bottom, although they will occasionally swim to the surface to grab a gulp of air. A tank of around 55 gallons is large enough to keep an adult in good condition for all of its life. The African Knife fish does best in a well planted tank with hiding places among rocks and drift wood and some open area for swimming. These fish do need a good amount of unobstructed swimming room as well. Plants are best especially along the back and sides to leave some open area for swimming.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlants with long twisted roots are best and offers hiding places for your Knife Fish. These are nocturnal fish and appreciate floating plants to break up and help subdue any light. Clay flower pots make great caves for these fish so they have a safe place to take refuge. Soft sand is the best choice for substrate. To get the most enjoyment out of this fish add some Moonlight LED lights to make viewing this fish easier as they will tend to hide when normal tank lights are on.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum Tank Size:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e55 gal (208 L)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable for Nano Tank:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eNo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSubstrate Type:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eAny\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLighting Needs:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eLow – subdued lighting – Prefers low lighting but can be comfortable in aquariums with moderate to high lighting if there are places to hide. Add Moonlighting LED lights to get a good viewing of your knife.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e72.0 to 82.0° F (22.2 to 27.8\u0026amp;deg C)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRange ph:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e6.0-8.0\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardness Range:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e5 – 15 dGH\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrackish:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eNo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Movement:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eWeak\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Region:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eBottom – This species of knifefish will spend most of its time near the bottom, although they will occasionally swim to the surface to grab a gulp of air.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"\u003e\u003cspan id=\"Social_Behaviors\"\u003eSocial Behaviours\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca name=\"Social%20Behaviors\" id=\"Social Behaviors\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey are peaceful towards other species but adults will sometimes turn aggressive towards others of their own kind. Younger fish like to be in groups, but as they mature they become solitary fish. Knife fish can co-habitat if that are given about 55 Gallons per knife. They do have a relatively large mouth so smaller tank mates may disappear. Some of the Mormyridae fishes, such as the Elephantnose and the Baby Whale make good tank mates as do Synodontis catfish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVenomous:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eNo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eSemi-aggressive\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompatible with:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSame species – conspecifics:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eSometimes – Get along when young, and adults can co-habitat if that are given about 55 Gallons per knife.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePeaceful fish ():\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eMonitor – The African Knifefish is a carnivore and it will eat smaller fish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSemi-Aggressive ():\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eThreat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAggressive ():\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eThreat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLarge Semi-Aggressive ():\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eThreat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLarge Aggressive, Predatory ():\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eThreat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMonitor – They are peaceful with larger tank mates that are big enough to not be considered food.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShrimps, Crabs, Snails:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eThreat – is aggressive – In the wild, this fish hunts at night for worms, crustaceans, insects and snails.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlants:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eSafe\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"\u003e\u003cspan id=\"Sexual_differences\"\u003eSexual Differences\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca name=\"Sex:%20Sexual%20differences\" id=\"Sex: Sexual differences\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSexual differences are unknown. During spawning the female will become rounder and more colorful then the male.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Fishcave Aquatics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57089978564933,"sku":null,"price":14.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1033\/0977\/1077\/files\/Africanknifefish.jpg?v=1770590711"},{"product_id":"tiger-knifefish-gymnotus-tigre","title":"Tiger Knifefish - Gymnotus Tigre","description":"\u003cp\u003eGymnotus Tigre also known as Tiger Knifefish and Macana Tigre\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMainly Colombia. The type specimen was collected in the Amazon at Letitia, but it's also found in the Amazon in Peru and Brazil, in the Rio Tapajos in Brazil and from Ecuador's Rio Pastaza.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFish and invertebrates.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHabitat:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese electrical fishes are adapted for life in very dark peaty waters which don't even get much light during the day, so make sure the tank is very shady. Furnish the tank with bog wood and use a silver sand substrate. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTank Mates \u0026amp; Behavioural Traits:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMales of the larger gymnotids can sometimes be aggressive, so be careful about mixing this with similar fish. Robust but placid cichlids, such as Heros, Acarichthys or Geophagus, should be safe tankmates. Given the large adult size, a tank of at least 120cm\/4' is required for this fish, preferably much larger.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fishcave Aquatics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57089988100421,"sku":null,"price":29.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1033\/0977\/1077\/files\/Image16.jpg?v=1770590819"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.fishcaveaquatics.co.uk\/collections\/knifefish.oembed","provider":"Fish Cave Aquatics Ltd","version":"1.0","type":"link"}