Ornate bagrid (Chrysichthys ornatus)

Scientific name: Chrysichthys ornatus Boulenger, 1902

The Ornate bagrid (Chrysichthys ornatus) is a freshwater fish of the family Claroteidae. In the aquarium it needs water at 20–25°C (68–77°F). Native range: Africa, lower and middle Congo River basin, including the Ubangi, Tshuapa and Pool Malebo (= Stanley Pool).

Ornate bagrid care at a glance

Temperature: 20–25°C (68–77°F)

Species facts

Scientific name: Chrysichthys ornatus
Family: Claroteidae (Claroteid catfishes)
Order: Siluriformes (Catfish)
Class: Actinopterygii (Ray-finned fishes)
Maximum length: 25.2
Environment: Freshwater; demersal
Climate: Tropical
Distribution: Africa: lower and middle Congo River basin, including the Ubangi, Tshuapa and Pool Malebo (= Stanley Pool).
Conservation status (IUCN): Least Concern (LC)
Threat to humans: Harmless
Uses: Fisheries:; aquarium: commercial
Resilience: High, minimum population doubling time less than 15 months (Preliminary K or Fecundity.)