Family: Esocidae
Amur pike — a Esocidae from Central and North America. Reaches 86.2–126.5 cm; keep at 20–26 °C.
Esox reichertii, a member of the family Esocidae, comes from Central and North America, where it inhabits warm freshwater streams and lakes. Peaceful community fish and omnivore; quality prepared foods, it grows to 86.2–126.5 cm and adapts well to a properly set-up aquarium in the 20–26 °C range. In a community tank it pairs well with Similar-sized peaceful community fish.
Difficulty: moderate. Peaceful community fish. Small groups recommended.
Aim for 20–26 °C. Stable temperature matching the species origin; 20–26 °C general community range.
Expect 86.2–126.5 cm as an adult, living bottom-dwelling. A 500 L tank or larger gives it room.
Omnivore; quality prepared foods. Vary the menu — quality flakes or pellets plus frozen or live foods.
Peaceful community fish; small groups recommended. Good company: Similar-sized peaceful community fish — Similar size and water needs. Keep away from Much smaller fish — May outcompete or bully tiny tankmates.
Its home waters are Central and North America — warm freshwater streams and lakes, with still to gentle current.
Not a noted jumper — a standard cover still keeps dust and spray in.
In the aquarium: not documented in home aquaria. Subtle external differences.