Cichlids - New World
Dwarf Pike Cichlid
Crenicichla compressiceps
Also known as: Pike Cichlid, Compressiceps Pike Cichlid
A tiny, fiery pike cichlid with a long predatory body and red-bordered fins.
- Water
- Freshwater
- Temperature
- 75–82°F
- pH
- 5–7
- Hardness
- 2–8 dGH
- Max size
- 3 in
- Min tank
- 40 gal
- Temperament
- Aggressive
- Social
- Pairs
- Swim level
- Mid-bottom
- Diet
- Carnivore
- Care level
- Advanced
- Lifespan
- 5-8 years
- Breeding
- Cave spawner
- Suitability
- Advanced
- Origin
- Tocantins river basin, Brazil
Despite its 3 inch size, it is an active, aggressive predator that needs 40 gallons or more with caves. Keep only with robust fish too large to eat. Needs soft, slightly acidic, very clean water and meaty live or frozen foods.
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