Longnose Gar
NameLongnose Gar
Scientific NameLepisosteus osseus
Common NamesLongnose Gar, Needlenose Gar
FamilyLepisosteidae
OriginNorth America, Eastern United States, Southeastern Canada
Temperamentaggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelexpert
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)1000
Max Size (Inches)72
Water TypeFreshwater
Temperature Range (°F)50-80
pH Range6.0-8.0
Compatible SpeciesOther large gars, Large, robust catfish (e.g., Redtail Catfish, Tiger Shovelnose Catfish), Large Peacock Bass, Arowana (with caution)
Description
Longnose Gars are ancient, predatory freshwater fish characterized by their elongated, tooth-filled snouts and armored bodies. They are ambush predators, often found lurking in weedy areas of rivers and lakes. Due to their immense size and specialized care, they are suitable only for expert aquarists with very large, dedicated setups.
