Boulengerella cuvieri
Cuvier's Pike-characin, Boulengerella, Slender Pike-characin
Temperature
22–28°C
pH
7.5–7.5
dGH
1–12 ppm
Size
68 cm
Tank
1000 L
Known for its elongated and sleek body, Boulengerella cuvieri resembles a freshwater gar and is specialized for piscivory, often preying on smaller fish. Due to its size and active nature, it requires spacious environments. It is a striking species, but not suited for community tanks due to its predatory nature. Caution should be made when keeping other smaller fish species in the same tank.
Water parameters
Hardness
1–12 ppm
Temperature
22–28°C
pH
7.5–7.5
Tank & size
Fish size
68 cm
Tank length
200 cm
Tank volume
1000 L
