OsphronemidaeFreshwater Fishexpert
Luciocephalus pulcher Pikehead Labyrinth Fish
Luciocephalus pulcher
Origin: Borneo, Sumatra
L
Water Parameters
Temperature22–26 °C
15 °C35 °C
pH4–6
49
GH (Hardness)0–3 °dGH
0 °dGH30 °dGH
KH (Alkalinity)0–1 °dKH
0 °dKH20 °dKH
Quick Stats
- Max Size
- 15 cm
- Min Tank
- 100 L
- Lifespan
- 5–8
- Swimming Level
- middle
- Schooling
- No
- Diet
- carnivore
- Temperament
- Ambush predator; eats small fish
About
Luciocephalus pulcher (Pikehead) is a highly specialised ambush predator labyrinth fish from Borneo peat swamps. Its pointed head and cryptic colouration allow it to resemble a dead leaf. A fascinating species for blackwater biotope keepers.
Care Guide
pH 4.0–6.0, temp 22–26°C, very soft blackwater. Feed live or freshly killed small fish — often refuses other foods. Strict blackwater conditions required. Expert specialist species.
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