
Fish Species
Multifasciatus Shell Dweller
Neolamprologus multifasciatus
About
Tiny shell-dwelling cichlid that lives and breeds in snail shells, forming colonies.
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Classification
Scientific Name
Neolamprologus multifasciatus
Origin Region
Lake Tanganyika
Water Type
freshwater
Diet
Carnivore
Care Difficulty
Beginner
Max Size
5 cm | 2.0 in
Water Requirements
Lake TanganyikaTemperature
24–27°C
pH
7.8–9
GH Hardness
10–20dGH
KH Alkalinity
10–20dKH
Min Tank Size
60L