RED SPOTTED LENTICULATA PIKES

🔴 Red Spotted Lenticulate Pike Cichlid – Aggressive Beauty with Mesmerizing Markings

The Red Spotted Lenticulate Pike Cichlid (Crenicichla lenticulata) is a jaw-dropping, powerfully built predatory species from the Amazon Basin, known for its intense red spotting, bold lateral lines, and predator-grade personality. This is one of the most visually stunning members of the Crenicichla genus—and one of the most aggressive.

Admired by experienced aquarists and predatory fish keepers alike, the Red Spotted Lenticulata delivers both intimidating presence and vibrant color, making it a standout in monster fish displays or South American predator tanks.

🐟 Species Profile:

• Scientific Name: Crenicichla lenticulata

• Common Names: Red Spotted Lenticulate Pike, Lentic Pike Cichlid

• Adult Size: 10–14 inches

• Temperament: Highly aggressive, predatory

• Tank Size: 75+ gallons (single), 125+ gallons (pairs or with tankmates)

• Water Parameters: 76–82°F | pH 6.0–7.5 | Soft, clean water

• Diet: Carnivore – live/frozen fish, shrimp, tilapia, worms, high-protein pellets

🛠️ Tank Setup & Compatibility:

Red Spotted Lenticulata Pikes thrive in:

• Heavily structured tanks with driftwood, caves, and line-of-sight breaks

• Strong filtration and low-nitrate, clean conditions

• Tightly fitting lids (these pikes can jump!)

Compatible with:

• Large, fast-moving, non-aggressive species (e.g., silver dollars, peacock bass, datnoids)

• Never keep with small tankmates, slow feeders, or docile cichlids

• Best kept solo or in bonded male-female pairs if tank is large enough

Behavior:

• ⚔️ Territorial and dominant – demands space and respect

• 🧠 Intelligent – recognizes its keeper and establishes a hierarchy

• 🐍 Ambush predator – prefers structure and will stalk prey methodically

🛒 Why Buy from RobsAquatics.com?

Each Red Spotted Lenticulata Pike is:

• ✅ Hand-selected for vibrant red spotting and overall health

• ✅ Conditioned on frozen foods and trained for aquarium life

• ✅ Shipped live with our Live Arrival Guarantee

• ✅ A centerpiece for advanced aquarists and predatory cichlid lovers

📦 Turn your predator tank into a South American showpiece with the Red Spotted Lenticulate Pike Cichlid—a powerful, striking predator like no other. Now available at RobsAquatics.com.