Ornate Bichir (Polypterus ornatipinnis) Sizes:4 - 4.5 inches although a similar looking species

although a similar looking species is imported from Peru and often misidentified as P

and its long dorsal fin make this fish look striking

It takes on a rounder full body shape then the normal blood parrot

It is known from the Mekong and Chao Phraya drainages in central Indochina

Ornate Bichir (Polypterus ornatipinnis) Sizes:4 - 4.5 inches although a similar looking speciesThe ornate bichir is the most popular of all bichirs, mainly due to its colors and patterns. It is the most attractive looking bichir. All bichirs possess a modified swim bladder that allows them to breathe atmospheric air and live in water that is very low in oxygen. In fact, they are often able to live out of water for extended periods of time as long as they remain moist.