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Freshwater fishRed Johanna Pike Cichlid
Red Johanna Pike Cichlid
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The johanni pike cichlid has a beautiful red dorsal fin on a multicolored body. Wild-caught in Brazil, these fish grow to one foot and will eat fish they can fit in their mouth. Otherwise they get along with their tank mates. Frozen worms and cichlid pellets are good foods for these exotic pets.
Quick Facts
| Scientific Name | Crenicichla johanna |
| Origin | Brazil |
| Care Level | Moderate |
| Temperament | Predatory (eats smaller fish) |
| Adult Size | Up to 12" |
| Lifespan | 10+ years |
| Diet | Carnivore (meaty foods; takes pellets) |
| Water Temperature | 76–84°F |
| pH | 6.0–7.0 |
| Group Size | Single |
| Shipping Size | Approx. 5" |
Care Guide
Tank setup: Give them a sand bottom, caves, driftwood and rocks to hide in, plus a tight lid. Strong filtration is important, since they eat meaty foods.
Feeding: Feed meaty foods like quality cichlid pellets and frozen shrimp. Avoid feeder fish, which can carry disease.
Tankmates: Pike cichlids are predators and will eat small fish. Keep them with robust fish of similar size.
Good to know: Pike cichlids are ambush hunters that lie in wait near cover before darting out.
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