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Definition of ornate bichir

ornate bichir

Plural:ornate bichirs
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A large, strikingly patterned species of freshwater ray-finned fish (Polypterus ornatipinnis) native to the Congo River basin and Lake Tanganyika in Central and East Africa, characterized by its elongated, snake-like body, multiple dorsal finlets, and distinctive black and yellow geometric markings.

Example

"Because of its prehistoric appearance and striking black-and-yellow coloration, the ornate bichir has become a highly sought-after bottom dweller in the exotic aquarium trade."

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Ornate bichir. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/ornate-bichir
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