aquatic

The African ropefish (Erpetoichthys calabaricus) presents a compelling subject for aquarists and ichthyologists alike. This elongated, eel-like fish, native to the slow-moving, often oxygen-depleted waters of West and Central Africa, possesses unique adaptations allowing it to thrive in challenging environments. Its ability to breathe atmospheric air supplements gill respiration, enabling survival in stagnant or poorly…