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Hepsetus odoe

African Pike, Kafue Pike, African Pike Characin
Temperature
25–28°C
pH
7.5–7.5
dGH
8–18 ppm
Size
70 cm
Tank
400 L
Hepsetus odoe is known for its predatory nature, often preying on smaller fish and insects. When keeping in aquariums, ensure there are appropriate hiding spaces and territories as this fish can be territorial. Maintaining good water quality, stable water conditions and a proper diet are essential. It is recommended to keep the African Pike with species of similar size and behavior to minimize aggressive interactions.

Water parameters

Hardness
8–18 ppm
Temperature
25–28°C
pH
7.5–7.5

Tank & size

Fish size
70 cm
Tank length
200 cm
Tank volume
400 L

Distribution

Angola,Benin,Botswana,Cameroon,Central African Republic,Chad,Gabon,Ghana,Guinea,Liberia,Namibia,Niger,Nigeria,Senegal,Sierra Leone,Togo,Zambia,Zimbabwe.