Fin's Fish Guide
The Millet (Crenicichla alta) is a freshwater fish of the family Cichlidae that grows up to 16 cm.
Description
The Guyana pike cichlid is a South American cichlid from the Guianas. The species grows to about 16 cm and has an elongate, pike-like body with a large mouth, characteristic of the pike cichlids. It inhabits rivers and creeks, where it stays among roots, stones and vegetation. As an ambush predator it hunts small fishes, crustaceans and large insects. Cichlids show intensive brood care; pike cichlids lay their eggs in a cavity and the pair fiercely guards them. The species is sometimes kept in the aquarium. Owing to its modest size it is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Millet?
The Millet has an elongate, eel-like body, is mainly brown and shows a plain pattern. Pike-like body with a large mouth; ambush predator and fierce in its parental care.
Where does the Millet live?
The Millet lives in fresh water and is mostly found around mixed bottom. South America; rivers and creeks of the Guianas.
How big does the Millet get?
The Millet grows to a maximum of about 16 cm.
Is the Millet dangerous to humans?
No, the Millet is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Millet edible?
The Millet is rarely eaten.
More photos
Want the complete picture on the Millet?
Point your camera at the fish and Fin names the species in seconds. Free, and the Millet is one of 12,519 species in the app.
All data
Identification
Appearance
Habitat & distribution
Behaviour & biology
For anglers
Safety
Status & sources
Same genus Crenicichla
More from the family Cichlidae
Want the complete picture on the Millet?
Point your camera at the fish and Fin names the species in seconds. Free, and the Millet is one of 12,519 species in the app.