Become a credit card member today!Golden Ghost Knifefish (Apteronotus albifrons)
Description
The Golden Ghost Knifefish is a remarkable and unusual species that will bring a lot of attention to its aquarium. They look very similar to the more common Black Ghost Knifefish except for the Goldens have much lighter color. They produce a weak electrical charge at their caudal peduncle, which allows them to locate food. This fish can grow to be about 14 inches in length if properly cared for. Provide an environment with plenty of hiding places where the Golden Ghost Knifefish can go when feeling shy. They prefer more dimly lit aquariums and will spend more time hiding if the aquarium if too brightly lit. They are fairly timid but can bully smaller fish, which is why it is recommended to house with similar sized tank mates. They are a social species and prefer to be housed in groups. Provide a varied diet of freshwater frozen foods and small pellet or flake foods.
- - Care Level: Moderate
- - Temperament: Peaceful
- - Minimum Tank Size: 75 gallons
- - Max. Size: 14"
- - Diet: Carnivore
- - Provide plenty of hiding places
- - Produces a weak electrical charge at their caudal peduncle to locate food
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Specifications
| SKU | 3886290 |
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| Primary Brand | Petco Freshwater Fish |
| Days to Ship | Ships Next Business Day |
| Max water Temp | 80 F |
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| Pet Max Length | 14 IN |
| Water Parameters-DKH Min | 0 |
| Water Parameters-DKH Max | 10 |
| Water Parameters-PH Max | 7 |
| Special Diet | Carnivore |
| Water Parameters-PH Min | 6.5 |
| Min Water Temp | 73 F |
| Environment | Freshwater |
| Native To | South America |
| Temperament | Community |
| Care Level | Moderate |
| Personalized Item flag | No |
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| Length | 2.5 IN |
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ACCLIMATION: Allow the sealed bag with your new fish to float in your aquarium for at least 15 minutes (but no longer than one hour) to ensure the water in the bag matches the temperature in your aquarium. For new aquariums, adding new fish slowly helps to properly develop the nitrogen cycle, which creates a safe environment for your aquatic pets. A bacteria booster may also help develop a new aquarium for your new fish. Petco offers free water testing in store to determine if your water is safe. DIET: A well-balanced diet consists of a variety of flakes, pellets, freeze-dried, and frozen food, depending on the species. FEEDING: Feed sparingly and no more than fish can eat in 1-2 minutes. Overfeeding can quickly foul the water, especially in smaller, unfiltered aquariums.