Definition of African brown knife

African Brown Knife

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.