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Buccochromis rhoadesii yellow - Cichlid Fish for Sale UK
24–28°C · pH 7.5–8.5 · 500L
£48.99
A compact but highly predatory Amazonian pike cichlid for experienced aquarists seeking a striking, behavior-rich species. Expert care, aggressive. 24-28C, pH 6.0-7.5.
Adult size is the maximum length this species reaches at full maturity (scientific sources). The livestock you receive will be younger and smaller — pick a size variant above for the actual shipping size. Photos are AI-enhanced, so the animal may show subtle colour or marking differences.
Crenicichla proteus
A compact but highly predatory Amazonian pike cichlid for experienced aquarists seeking a striking, behavior-rich species. Expert care, aggressive. 24-28C, pH 6.0-7.5.
Adult size is the maximum length this species reaches at full maturity (scientific sources). The livestock you receive will be younger and smaller — pick a size variant above for the actual shipping size. Photos are AI-enhanced, so the animal may show subtle colour or marking differences.
Maintain these water conditions for optimal health and vibrant colors
The Peru Crenicichla, scientifically known as Crenicichla proteus, is a striking small pike cichlid from the Amazon basin that brings bold personality, predatory behaviour, and vivid appearance to specialised aquariums. Available for freshwater fish for sale UK, this species reaches up to 5.5cm in length and thrives in tanks of at least 70 litres. Native to Peru and the Amazon basin, the Peru Crenicichla is best suited to experienced aquarists seeking rare cichlids UK with unique character.
The Peru Crenicichla is a small, elongated pike cichlid with a streamlined body and striking coloration. The body typically displays vivid patterns of stripes, spots, or iridescent highlights. Males may develop more intense colours than females, especially during breeding. Overall, the Peru Crenicichla is a beautiful, understated predator that fits into specialised South American setups.
Native to the Amazon River basin in South America, including the Napo and Putumayo drainages in Ecuador, the Ucayali-Amazon drainage in Peru, and the upper Purus basin, the Peru Crenicichla inhabits streams with rocky substrates.
A minimum tank size of 70 litres is suitable. Use soft sand substrate, and provide plenty of hiding places using rocks, caves, and driftwood. Filtration must be excellent. Maintain soft, slightly acidic water.
Primarily carnivorous. Offer appropriately sized meaty foods such as small frozen/live foods and quality carnivore preparations. Avoid feeder fish.
A shy, retiring predator that spends much time hiding, emerging to hunt. Intelligent but remain aggressive and territorial. Not suitable for community tanks.
Best kept as a species tank or with carefully selected robust tankmates. Avoid small peaceful fish, shrimp, slow, long-finned fish, peaceful community fish, and other pike cichlids unless in a very large setup. Note: Compatible and incompatible lists appear reversed in source data.
Likely a cave or substrate spawner with pair bonding and strong parental defense. Provide spacious tank, soft water, and secluded spawning sites. Breeding pairs may become highly aggressive.
Tropical Fish Co offers healthy Peru Crenicichla with expert guidance on pike cichlid care. With secure packaging and reliable delivery, we make it easy to buy rare cichlids UK with confidence.
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