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Blunt-jawed elephantnose Profile

Campylomormyrus tamandua

ℹ️ Overview

The Blunt-jawed elephantnose fish, with its distinctive blunt jaw and an elongated body, exhibits a primarily dark gray to black coloration with subtle lighter undertones. It originates from the murky waters of West and Central Africa, primarily inhabiting river basins. Recognizable for its unique protruding mouth structure and electric sensing capability, it is not as widely known or common in the aquarium hobby compared to other freshwater species, partly due to its specific care requirements and sensitivity to water conditions.

📊 Datasheet

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  • DifficultyChallenging
  • HardinessModerate
  • pH6.5 - 7.5
  • PopularityUncommon
  • RarityVery Rare
  • Temperature24.0 - 28.0 °C

Please note: These values are based on the average of various confirmed sources.

Neptune’s rating:

Based on 35 data points

56

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