Pike cichlid in a 40 gallon tank.

[Benthebassmaster]

Is there a type of pike cichlid that is good for a 40 gallon tank. I think dwarf pikes are cool but they are pretty small and I was wondering if there was another pike that could be in a 40 breeder. So what would be a type of pike for a 40 breeder.

 

[kno4te]

Could try looking at a proteus pike cichlid.

 

[Rocksor]

If you get a larger pike than the dwarfs, chances are very hight that it would be more of a solo fish.

 

[robmcd]

I kept a small group of 4 C. minuano in a 40 breeder for more than 3 years, until 1 snapped and I had to separate and rehome them.

 

[Benthebassmaster]

If you get a larger pike than the dwarfs, chances are very hight that it would be more of a solo fish.

I would be fine with a solo pike. Piles might be my favorite fish behind angelfish.

 

[Benthebassmaster]

Could try looking at a proteus pike cichlid.

There are some for sale at aqua imports so that would be a good option. Are they active or are they a more stationary type fish.

 

[Rocksor]

There are some for sale at aqua imports so that would be a good option. Are they active or are they a more stationary type fish.

the longer the tank, the more the current, the more active it will be

 

[Fishnerd360]

Crenicichla regani, likes to lurk and very personable, also territorial and mine liked a cave. They have big mouths so no small fish, if you don’t know if it’s big enough, don’t try as the fish may eat half of it if it’s just a little too big. You might be able to squeeze in an angel or 2 if the tank is planted.