Description
Orange Xingu Pike Cichlid – Vibrant Predator with Fiery Elegance
(Crenicichla sp. 'Xingu I')
The Orange Xingu Pike Cichlid (Crenicichla sp. 'Xingu I') is a stunning and rare predator native to Brazil’s Rio Xingu. Known for its intense orange hues and sleek, torpedo-shaped body, this species combines beauty with boldness. It's a favorite among cichlid enthusiasts for its vibrant coloration, alert behavior, and commanding presence.
Key Features:
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Brilliant Orange Accents: Radiant orange coloration along the belly and fins, with a silvery-bronze body and dark lateral stripe.
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Predatory Elegance: A streamlined body built for speed and precision—this fish is as graceful as it is powerful.
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Rare & Sought-After: A prized species among advanced hobbyists and cichlid collectors.
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Moderate to Large Size: Typically reaches 20–25 cm (8–10 inches) in captivity.
Tank Requirements:
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Minimum tank size: 200–300 liters (55–75+ gallons)
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Temperature: 26°C–30°C (79°F–86°F)
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pH: 6.0–7.2
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Prefers soft, well-oxygenated water with strong flow—ideal setup includes sand substrate, driftwood, and rock structures for ambush points
Compatibility:
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Semi-aggressive to aggressive—best housed with other robust South American cichlids or large catfish
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Not suitable for tanks with small, slow, or peaceful fish (may be seen as prey)
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Can be kept singly, in pairs, or in large tanks with enough space and cover
Feeding Tips:
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Carnivorous—enjoys a varied diet of frozen foods like shrimp, fish fillets, earthworms, and the occasional live prey
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Will also accept high-quality carnivore pellets with training
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Avoid overfeeding and provide a diverse diet to maintain health and color
Why Choose the Orange Xingu Pike Cichlid?
For advanced aquarists seeking a rare and charismatic showpiece, the Orange Xingu Pike Cichlid offers stunning color, strong personality, and the predatory allure of a true Amazonian hunter. It’s a rewarding species for those ready to meet its space and dietary needs.
Click & Collect
Livestock will only be bagged once you arrive, or if you contact us in advance to request it ready beforehand.
Local Delivery
Order anything from our in-store range and have it delivered right to you.
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Minimum spend: £50
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Delivery up to 10 miles: £10
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Delivery up to 25 miles: £20
Distances are measured “as the crow flies”, not by road.
Once your order is placed, we’ll be in touch to arrange a suitable delivery date and time.
Please note, delivery may take a little longer as we often group orders together to build an efficient delivery run.
Important: If you’re ordering a large aquarium, please ensure someone is available to help unload the van on arrival.
Dry Goods Delivery
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DPD Next Day: 1 working day (order before 12 noon)
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DX Next Day (Heavy Items & Small Aquariums): 1 working day (order before 12 noon)
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Express Pallet: 1–3 working days
If you'd like to add more items to an existing order that hasn't yet been dispatched, please place a Click & Collect order and leave a note asking us to combine the orders.
Please note: We currently only dispatch parcels Wednesday to Friday.
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Livestock Delivery
Thursday Delivery – £24
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Dispatched Wednesday afternoon
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Delivered Thursday before 1pm
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Order by Wednesday 12 noon
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Minimum spend: £50
Friday Delivery – £24
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Dispatched Thursday afternoon
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Delivered Friday before 1pm
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Order by Thursday 12 noon
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Minimum spend: £50
Saturday Delivery – £29
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Dispatched Friday afternoon
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Delivered Saturday before 1pm
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Order by Friday 12 noon
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Minimum spend: £50
📦 Want to Add to an Existing Order?
No problem! Just place a Click & Collect order and leave a note asking us to link it with your original one (as long as it hasn’t been dispatched yet).
🛒 Dry Goods Now Included!
You can now include dry goods in your livestock delivery – perfect for topping up supplies in one go.
❄️ Please note: We can’t send frozen food with livestock – please order frozen items separately.
⚠️ Delivery Exclusions
Unfortunately, we’re unable to deliver livestock to the following postcodes:
Scotland & Isles:
AB30–AB56, DD8–DD10, DG3–DG9, DG12–DG14, FK17–FK21, KA18–KA19, KA26–KA30, PA20–PA38, PA80, PH3–PH40
Cornwall Isles: TR21–TR25
All of the following postcodes are excluded:
BT, HS, IM, IV, JE, KW
Plus Channel Islands and Shetland Islands
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