Can Ornate Bichir Live With Severum?
Ornate Bichir and Severum CAN coexist, but with some risks. Careful setup and monitoring required.
Detailed Analysis
Temperature
✓ Compatible
Good temperature overlap at 75–82°F.
pH
✓ Compatible
Good pH overlap at 6.2–7.5.
Size
✓ Compatible
Compatible sizes (18" and 8").
Temperament
⚠ Use Caution
Ornate Bichir (semi-aggressive) may have issues with Severum (semi-aggressive). Monitor closely if attempting.
Swim Level
✓ Compatible
Fish occupy different water levels (Ornate Bichir: bottom, Severum: middle), reducing conflict.
Tank Requirements
Minimum tank size for this combination: 103 gallons
| Parameter | Ornate Bichir | Severum |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 75–82°F | 75–84°F |
| pH | 6.2–7.8 | 6–7.5 |
| Max Size | 18" | 8" |
| Temperament | Semi-aggressive | Semi-aggressive |
| Swim Level | Bottom | Middle |
| Min Tank | 75 gal | 55 gal |
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