Neolamprologus cylindricus
Neolamprologus cylindricus
Also known as: Cylindricus Cichlid, Barred Lamprologus
Origin: Lake Tanganyika, Africa
Water Parameters
Quick Stats
- Max Size
- 12 cm
- Min Tank
- 120 L
- Lifespan
- 6-10
- Swimming Level
- bottom
- Schooling
- No
- Diet
- carnivore
- Temperament
- Semi-aggressive; territorial pair; aggressive toward similar species
About
Neolamprologus cylindricus is a medium-sized lamprologine from the rocky shores of Lake Tanganyika, easily identified by its strongly contrasting black-and-white vertical barring and cylindrical body shape. It is a cave spawner that forms bonded pairs and is aggressive towards its own kind. Suitable for a Tanganyika community with adequate space and rockwork.
Care Guide
Water: 24-27°C, pH 7.8-9.0, hard alkaline water. Tank: 120L for a pair; extensive rock piles to define territory boundaries. Feeding: Quality cichlid flake and pellet; occasional frozen Mysis or Artemia. Behaviour: Territorial pair; will chase similar-looking species; provide line-of-sight breaks. Compatibility: Julidochromis species, Cyprichromis leptosoma, or Neolamprologus brichardi.
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