Collection: Bichirs

Bichirs (Polypterus species)

Bring a living fossil to your aquarium with a Bichir, a prehistoric predator that’s been swimming the Earth for over 400 million years. These armored, eel-like fish come from the ancient lineage Polypteridae and offer a one-of-a-kind presence in any freshwater setup.

With their primitive lungs, bichirs can breathe air directly — allowing them to survive in low-oxygen waters and giving them unmatched hardiness in captivity. From the popular Senegal Bichir to the stunning Ornate and Endlicheri varieties, each species brings unique patterns, personality, and predatory elegance.

Ideal for monster tanks or large community aquariums with similar-sized tank mates, bichirs are nocturnal, hardy, and full of attitude. At YoCamron’s Aquatics, every bichir is fully quarantined, dewormed, and trained to eat frozen and prepared foods before they reach your tank.

Add a piece of ancient history to your aquarium — choose a bichir that’s built to last.