The Bichir Handbook: Learn how to keep the fish which outlived the dinosaurs

Learn how to keep the fish which outlived the dinosaurs!

With contributions from biologists, paleontologists, ecologists, veterinarians and fishers, The Bichir Handbook explores everything from the identification for all fourteen extant species of the ancient family of freshwater fishes, Polypteridae, the most comprehensive delve into their aquarium husbandry, and some of the first reconstructions of never-before-seen extinct species of Bichir.

Whether you’re an aquarist, scientist, or someone just interested in natural history, this book will keep you turning the pages.

Illustrated by award winning paleoartist and ichthyologist, Dorian Noël, every illustration is hand-painted to define their most identifiable features, in the best full colour illustrations of Polypteridae to date. This beautifully crafted publication contains stunning images of these living fossils, and infographics which will have you referencing back to for years!