Five-Barred Lamprologus Cichlid

Five-Barred Lamprologus CichlidFive Barred Lamprologus Cichlid Neolamprologus Tretocephalus It is usually found in relatively shallow waters of Lake Tanganyika, in both rocky areas and intermediate zones with scattered rocks over sandy bottoms. Much of the aquarium should contain piles of rocks arranged to form caves with areas of open water between. A sandy substrate is best. Efficient filtration is essential due to this species carnivorous diet and subsequent high levels of

Five-Barred Lamprologus Cichlid

Neolamprologus Tretocephalus

It is usually found in relatively shallow waters of Lake Tanganyika, in both rocky areas and intermediate zones with scattered rocks over sandy bottoms.

Much of the aquarium should contain piles of rocks arranged to form caves with areas of open water between. A sandy substrate is best. Efficient filtration is essential due to this species‘ carnivorous diet and subsequent high levels of waste.

Diet:

Offer a varied diet of meaty live and frozen foods and good quality cichlid pellets.

Behaviour:

An aggressive and territorial species whose tankmates should be chosen with care. It can be maintained successfully with other medium-sized Tanganyikan cichlids that occupy different areas of the tank such as Cyprichromis species.

Care
Care Level: Intermediate
Max Size: 15cm
Minimum Tank Size: 200L
Temperament: Aggressive
Temperature: 25 - 27° C
pH: 7.5-9

*Product Photo is for reference only (photos 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.