Roundnose Elephantfish – Petrocephalus bovei guineensis | Wild Caught | Peaceful Mini Elephantfish from Africa

The Roundnose Elephantfish (Petrocephalus bovei guineensis) is a small, fascinating representative of the elephantfish family (Mormyridae) from West Africa. Unlike its more well-known relatives, it does not have a prominent trunk, but rather a rounded snout – hence its name. With its gentle nature, subtle patterning, and interesting orientation behavior using electric fields, it is an exceptional inhabitant for calm, well-structured aquariums.

In nature, Petrocephalus bovei guineensis inhabits slow-flowing, clear rivers and floodplains. It is crepuscular, calm, and prefers tanks with fine substrate and subdued lighting. Due to its small size, it is ideal for medium-sized aquariums with peaceful tank mates.

🌿 Characteristics & Care:
🐟 Fish size: M (approx. 4–6 cm, juvenile)
🌍 Origin: West Africa (Guinea, Sierra Leone) – Wild-caught
🌡️ Temperature: 24–28 °C
💧 pH value: 6.0–7.5
⚖️ Total hardness: up to 15 °dGH
🐠 Social behavior: Peaceful, calm, sensitive to stress
🏞️ Aquarium: from 150 l with sand substrate, plants, roots & dim lighting

🍽️ Feeding:
The Roundnose Elephantfish prefers fine frozen and live food such as Artemia, Cyclops, and mosquito larvae. High-quality, fine-grained granulate is also occasionally accepted. A varied, protein-rich diet is crucial for health and activity.

💡 Tip:
Petrocephalus bovei guineensis requires soft, clean water and calm tank mates. Too bright light or hectic fish should be avoided. A weak current and dense planting create ideal conditions.

👉 Conclusion:
The Roundnose Elephantfish (Petrocephalus bovei guineensis) is a peaceful, small, and highly interesting representative of the elephantfish – perfect for experienced enthusiasts of African specialty fish.