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	Scientific Name: Crenicichla saxatilis
	Pronunciation: kr n- -s k-l s ks- -t l- s
	Geo. Origin: Coastal drainages of the Guyanas. Coastal rivers between the Amazon delta & French Guyana.
	Habitat: Riverine
	Diet: Carnivore
	Gender Differences: Dimorphic
	Breeding: Cave Spawner
	Temperament: Aggressive
	Conspecific Temperament: Highly Aggressive
	Maximum Size: 12"
	Temperature: 80°F
	pH: < 7
	Water Hardness: Soft
	Difficulty: 3

Images:

Adult ​

Photo Credit: Philippe Burnel

Articles:

Species Article Introduction to Pike Cichlids Feeding Pike Cichlids

Comments:

Coastal drainages of the Guyanas. Coastal rivers between the Amazon delta & French Guyana.