Riverpark Aquatics

Leopard Bush Fish (Ctenopoma acutirostre)

Price
£6.00 inc. VAT

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Our Guide To Keeping Leopard Bush Fish

  1. About Fish Species:

    • Scientific name: Ctenopoma acutirostre
    • Common name: Leopard Bush Fish
    • Family: Anabantidae
    • Origin: Africa (Congo River Basin and West Africa)
    • Adult length: Up to 15 cm
    • Lifespan: 5 to 8 years

  2. Tank Setup:

    • Leopard Bush Fish prefer a well-planted tank with plenty of hiding spots and territories.
    • Provide driftwood, rocks, and caves to mimic their natural habitat and create hiding places.

  3. Water Parameters:

    • Leopard Bush Fish thrive in slightly acidic to neutral water conditions with a pH range of 6.0 to 7.5.
    • Keep the water temperature between 24 to 28°C (75 to 82°F).

  4. Filtration and Water Flow:

    • A moderate water flow is suitable for these fish, so choose a filter that provides gentle to moderate flow.

  5. Diet:

    • Leopard Bush Fish are carnivorous and should be offered a variety of live and frozen foods such as bloodworms, brine shrimp, and small crustaceans.
    • They can also accept high-quality pellets or flakes, but live foods are preferred.

  6. Tank mates:

    • Leopard Bush Fish are semi-aggressive and should be kept with similarly sized, peaceful tank mates.
    • Avoid keeping them with small or slow-moving fish that may become prey.

  7. Behavior and Compatibility:

    • Leopard Bush Fish are solitary and territorial, so provide plenty of hiding places to reduce aggression.
    • They may show aggression towards conspecifics or similar-looking fish, so monitor their behavior carefully.

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Livestock Shipping

There is no minimum order for delivery, but due to the costs of shipping any orders of livestock below £20 will have a £5 surcharge. Before placing an order with us, please remember to do your own research and make sure that the species you are ordering are all compatible together (if going into the same tank). We do not take any responsibility for fish being mix incorrectly. If you are still unsure after doing your own research then please get in touch with us and we can give you our own opinion.

Once an order is placed, we will be in touch with you as soon as possible to confirm a delivery date. Our shipping days are Monday-Thursday, once dispatched the order should be with you by 1pm the next day. A Saturday delivery can be done but there will be a surcharge, please get in touch with us if looking to arrange this. If on the rare occasion our courier does not deliver on time, please let us know and we will find out how soon you can expect the order to be received. 

Our DOA policy

In the unfortunate event any fish are DOA (Dead On Arrival) we will need clear photographic evidence of the fish still sealed in the original bag within 30 minutes of delivery, the photos can be sent to our email address info@riverparkaquatics.co.uk or to our Facebook page.

As long as the evidence of DOA has been satisfactory, we will either offer you a refund or credit/replacements for your next order with us. No cost of the shipping or packaging will be refunded by us and are an expense of the buyer. A replacement can be sent out by itself but the buyer will have to cover the cost of shipping. 

Health Concerns

If there are any concerns of the livestock arriving in ill health, we must be notified within 30 minutes of receiving the delivery, we do not take responsibility for any issues that appear after the fish have been acclimated to your tank.

Stock Variation

Many of our photos do not show the exact fish that we have in stock, as such colours and sizes may vary. Feel free to inquire regarding the stock that we have in currently.

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