Black Ghost Knifefish

  • Scientific name – Apteronotus albifrons    
  • Relative PH of the water – 6.6    
  • Hardness of water (dKH, dGH) – 7
  • Temperature in degrees (°C) – 26  
  • Maximum length (cm) – 48  
  • Feeding habits – Live worms, Daphnia, etc    
  • Reproduction – Egg layer  
  • Aquarium lighting – Subdued
  • Temperament – Peaceful community species  
  • Aquarium setup – Planted aquarium
  • Swimming habits – Bottom dweller
  • Capacity of the smallest aquarium in which fish may be kept (in liters) – 500
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