Elephant Nose Knifefish – Mormyrus longirostris

Elephant Nose Knifefish (Mormyrus longirostris) enchants with its downward-curving “trunk” and graceful undulating swimming. A nocturnal forager with electric-organ navigation, it adds mystery and sophistication to large, dimly lit aquaria.

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🐟 Aquatropics Exclusive: Elephant Nose Knifefish

Product Title:
Elephant Nose Knifefish – Mormyrus longirostris

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Description:
Introduce the striking Elephant Nose Knifefish to your aquarium. Featuring a long, elephant-like rostrum and smooth, laterally compressed body, this fish uses weak electrical pulses to locate prey in low-light conditions. Its serene, ribbon-like swimming adds an elegant centerpiece to dimly lit community or species tanks.

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Key Features:

• Species: Mormyrus longirostris (Elephant Nose Knifefish)

• Temperament: Peaceful nocturnal forager; best in species tanks or with calm, large tankmates

• Water Parameters:

  • Volume: ≥ 200 L

  • Temperature: 24–28 °C

  • pH: 6.8–7.5 (neutral)

  • Hardness: 5–15 °dGH

• Diet: Carnivorous—accepts live/frozen bloodworms, tubifex, earthworms, and high-quality meaty pellets

• Behavior: Nocturnal; uses an electric organ to navigate and hunt in darkness

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Care & Setup Tips:

1. Décor & Lighting: Provide subdued lighting, driftwood, and flat stones for daytime retreats.

2. Substrate: Soft sand to protect delicate ventral fins and rostrum.

3. Filtration: Moderate flow with good oxygenation—these fish are sensitive to low O₂.

4. Feeding Routine: Offer meaty foods in the evening; remove uneaten scraps promptly to maintain water quality.

5. Tankmates: Choose large, non-aggressive species that occupy upper water layers (e.g., large tetras, silver dollars).

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What’s Included:

• One healthy, disease-screened Elephant Nose Knifefish (approx. 10–15 cm)

• Secure, darkened packaging and detailed acclimation guide