Where Does Senegal Bichir Live?

Senegal Bichir lives in specific habitats. Knowing where to look helps you find and identify it.

Where to find Senegal Bichir

Water type

freshwater

Depth

Typically found in shallow to moderately deep waters, often near the bottom or amidst vegetation.

Environment

Slow-moving rivers, floodplains, swamps, marshes, and lakes. Prefers areas with dense aquatic vegetation, submerged roots, and muddy or sandy substrates. Tolerant of low oxygen conditions due to its ability to breathe atmospheric air.

Geographic range

Widespread across West and Central Africa, including river systems such as the Nile, Senegal, Gambia, Niger, Volta, and Lake Chad basin. Its range extends from Senegal in the west to Ethiopia in the east.

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