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Definition of pike cichlid

pike cichlid

Plural:pike cichlids
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1

Any of numerous elongated, highly predatory freshwater fishes primarily of the genus Crenicichla within the family Cichlidae, native to rivers and streams across South America.

Example

"Because of its highly predatory nature, the pike cichlid should only be kept in a spacious aquarium with tank mates too large to be swallowed."

• Nearby Words

piha
pika
pike
pike cichlid
pikeminnow
pilaf
pilchard

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Pike cichlid. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 17, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/pike%20cichlid
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