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Golden Ring Pike Cichlid - (Crenicichla sp.)

Golden Ring Pike Cichlid - (Crenicichla sp.)

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Golden Ring Pike Cichlid - (Crenicichla sp.)
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🐟 Golden Ring Pike Cichlid (Crenicichla sp.)

The Golden Ring Pike Cichlid is a striking predatory cichlid known for its elongated body and distinctive golden rings or spots along its sides. Native to South American river systems, this aggressive fish demands a spacious aquarium with plenty of hiding places. It is best suited for experienced aquarists who can manage its territorial behavior.


🔍 Quick Facts

  • 🆔 Common Name: Golden Ring Pike Cichlid
  • 🧬 Scientific Name: Crenicichla sp.
  • 🧬 Family: Cichlidae
  • 🌎 Origin: South America — Amazon and tributaries
  • 📏 Max Size: Up to 12 inches (30 cm)

🕊️ Behavior & Temperament

  • ⚔️ Territorial and aggressive, especially during breeding
  • 🐟 Predatory hunter feeding primarily on smaller fish and invertebrates
  • 🛑 Not suitable for peaceful community tanks
  • 🏃 Active and requires ample swimming space

🏡 Tank Requirements

  • 🛁 Minimum Tank Size: 75 gallons+
  • 🪵 Provide rock caves, driftwood, and dense planting for hiding and territory
  • 🌊 Moderate water flow to simulate natural habitat
  • 💨 Efficient filtration due to high bioload

Water Parameters:

  • 🌡️ Temperature: 75–82°F (24–28°C)
  • ⚗️ pH: 6.5–7.5
  • 💧 Moderately soft to moderately hard water

🍽️ Diet

  • Carnivorous — live or frozen fish, crustaceans, and protein-rich pellets

📊 Overview Table

🏷️ Feature 📋 Details
🆔 Common Name Golden Ring Pike Cichlid
🧬 Scientific Name Crenicichla sp.
🌍 Origin South America — Amazon Basin
📏 Max Size Up to 12 in (30 cm)
🕊️ Temperament Aggressive, territorial
🛁 Tank Size 75+ gallons
⚗️ pH Range 6.5–7.5
🌡️ Temperature 75–82°F (24–28°C)
🍽️ Diet Carnivorous
🐠 Ideal For Experienced cichlid keepers

📝 Snippet

The Golden Ring Pike Cichlid (Crenicichla sp.) is an aggressive, predatory cichlid native to the Amazon Basin. It requires a large aquarium with plenty of hiding spaces and is best suited for experienced aquarists comfortable with territorial species.

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