BI4906
Scientific name: Polypterus palmas buettikoferi (Steindachner, 1891)
Common name(s): Buettikofer's bichir
Origin: West Africa
Max reported size (SL): 353mm (14")
Description: The dorsal surface in front of the dorsal spines has forward-pointing "V-shaped" markings, which extend as diagonal bands onto the lateral surface. There are also diagonal bands on the flanks. Juveniles have a more dense colour pattern. The ventral surface is a uniform pale yellowish colour. Dorsal finlets have contrasting dark and light colouration. There are 7-10 dorsal spines.