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Esox lucius

Northern pike, American pike, common pike, great northern pike, great lakes pike, jackfish, snot rocket
Temperature
10–22°C
pH
5–6
dGH
2–11 ppm
Size
150 cm
Tank
1500 L
The Northern Pike is a predatory species, known for its distinctive elongated body and sharp teeth. They play a crucial role in the aquatic ecosystem as apex predators, maintaining the balance of aquatic populations. Due to their size and hunting abilities, they require large and well-filtered habitats if kept in aquariums.

Water parameters

Hardness
2–11 ppm
Temperature
10–22°C
pH
5–6

Tank & size

Fish size
150 cm
Tank length
600 cm
Tank volume
1500 L

Distribution

Europe

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