Shell Dwelling Cichlids

Shell Dwelling CichlidsShell Dwelling Cichlids Neolamprologus Brevis (Shell Dwellers) It is found in areas with scattered rocks and areas of open sand around the shoreline of the lake, in areas where the substrate is littered with empty snail shells. The setup should have open areas of sandy substrate to which should be added a good number of empty snail shells (see breeding section below). More shells should be provided than there are individual fish. The substrate should

Shell Dwelling Cichlids

Neolamprologus Brevis (Shell Dwellers)

It is found in areas with scattered rocks and areas of open sand around the shoreline of the lake, in areas where the substrate is littered with empty snail shells. The setup should have open areas of sandy substrate to which should be added a good number of empty snail shells (see breeding section below). More shells should be provided than there are individual fish. The substrate should be at least 2″ deep as this species likes to dig. The water must be hard and alkaline.

Diet:

Live and frozen varieties should form the bulk of the diet, although dried foods are usually accepted.

Behaviour:

A territorial species that will defend its shell and the small territory around it vigorously. It can be combined with species that inhabit other areas of the aquarium though. 

• Tank Size: 50L for 2 Adults
• Temperature: 24-28
• pH: 7.5-9.0
• Max Size: 6cm Males to 2.4″ (6cm), females to 1.4″ (3.5cm).
• Lake Tanganyika.

*Product Photo is for reference only (Photo of actual fish as @ 14/07/23). Exact size and colour may vary, if required, please feel free to contact us for exact photos prior to purchase.