Red Tapajos Pike Cichlid (Lugubria sp. Tapajos I)

$299.99

A rare and spectacularly colored Pike Cichlid known only from Brazil’s Rio Tapajos, this large growing cichlid inhabits warm, clear waters with moderate current in the wild. A member of the so-called ‘lugubris’ group of Pikes, the Tapajos Red or Tapajos I pike display vivid red coloration as adults. Like most of their relatives, they are predatory and extremely aggressive, especially towards other cichlids. In the aquarium, they require plenty of space and clean, well-oxygenated water with some current. Although some hobbyists have successfully kept them in groups or pairs in extremely large tanks, maintaining these fish (even a male/female pair) together long term is challenging and requires careful observation.

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Description

Description

Red Tapajos Pike Cichlid (Lugubria sp. Tapajos I)

Origin: Wild Brazil
Locale: Lower Rio Tapajos
Diet: Predator and fish eater. Can be weaned on to frozen and prepared feeds relatively easily
Adult Size: 12″
Recommended Tank Size: 90 gallons
Compatibility: Territorial and aggressive towards most tankmates. Best kept with other large, aggressive fish

Preferred Water Parameters
pH:                          6.5 – 7.5
Temp:                     78-82F
Ammonia:              0ppm
Nitrite:                  0ppm
Nitrate:                  <30ppm

Shipping Note: Due to size, the need for extra packing, and space requirements, larger sizes may not be eligible for our flat rate shipping. We strongly recommend shipping large fish via air cargo when possible. Please contact us for a quote or for additional shipping info.