Southern Pike
NameSouthern Pike
Scientific NameEsox cisalpinus
Common NamesSouthern Pike, Cisalpine Pike, Italian Pike
FamilyEsocidae
OriginItaly, France, Switzerland, Slovenia, Croatia
Temperamentaggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelexpert
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)300
Max Size (Inches)36
Water TypeFreshwater
Temperature Range (°F)50-70
pH Range6.5-8.0
Description
The Southern Pike (*Esox cisalpinus*) is a large, predatory freshwater fish native to parts of Southern Europe. It is characterized by its elongated body, duck-bill snout, and distinctive olive-green to brown coloration with yellow-gold markings. This species is an ambush predator, requiring very large tanks or ponds and a diet of whole fish.
