A Guide to the Care of the African Pike Characin (Hepsetus odoe)

[Polypterus_36]

Well done thread. *stuck*

Thanks!

 

[Polypterus_36]

This is a video that I found that is a perfect example of ATF and odoe pike not being good tankmates:

 

[Eviscera]

Just a question since I’m planning to get one for my community tank. Would you say they prefer being in groups or just one lone pike among others ?

 

[Flyingmonkey]

Just a question since I’m planning to get one for my community tank. Would you say they prefer being in groups or just one lone pike among others ?

Ive seen them kept in small to large groups but I wouldn't advise just a pair. Also, cant go wrong with just 1.

 

[Polypterus_36]

A good video showing interesting behavior of 2 odoe pike (male and female) when housed in the same tank:

Even in a large aquarium, the 2 odoe pike still fought and made a pecking order, with the smaller male on top.