Remarks: Red Pike Cichlids (Crenicichla sp.) are one of the most vibrantly colored Pike Cichlids, with their distinctive red blotches over their gill plates and solid red coloration along their body pending water conditions. They can become very personable over time, begging for food when their owner is near. As they are fairly large predators, they should only be kept with other large species. In fact, this species is considered to be one of the largest and most aggressive species of Crenicichla.

Scientific Name: Crenicichla sp.

Common Name: Red Pike Cichlid

Max Size: 14-16"

pH: 5.5-7

Hardness: Soft

Temperature: 75-85° F

Aggressiveness: Aggressive

Region of Origin: South America

Captive Bred or Wild: Wild

Diet: Frozen-thawed or live foods, High protein pellet

Compatibility: Large South American cichlids, plecos

Tank Mate Options:

• Red Tiger Severum
• Satanoperca daemon
• L097 Polka Dot Cactus Pleco
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