African Brown Knife Xenomystus nigri

Common Name African Brown Knife

Other Common Names African Knife

Scientific Name Xenomystus nigri Family Notopteridae

Community General

Class Knife

Temperature 78 ºF

Swimming Range Middle

Adult Length 4-4 1/2 inches

Feeding Habits Small live foods such as fish, blood worms, glass worms, tubifex worms and brine shrimp. Frozen plankton, beef heart, glass worms, blood worms and brine shrimp.

Compatibility Peaceful with other fish, but will fight amongst themselves.

Habitat Africa: Moderately decorate with live plants, rocks and driftwood.

Breeding Unknown.

Additional Comments The elongated fin across the bottom portion of the body allows for forward and reverse movements.