what is this fish? (swordfish?)

[smokey11]

Looks unqiue. Wonder if anyone knows about its compatibility, habitat and temperament

 

[bettaowner]

They look like paddle fish.

 

[Cactuspixie]

Are they like what are described here: http://scienceforums.com/blog/40/entry-291-paddlefish-in-the-home-aquarium/

 

[bettaowner]

Yes. They need a big setup.

 

[PolyptRus]

This is most definitely a paddle fish close relative of the sturgeon they get very large. There is an episode of river monsters on them.

I almost find it cruel for anyone to keep these in a tank. Unless the tank is massive...

 

[bettaowner]

They are cool fish but best left in the wild.