Neolamprologus fasciatus

Neolamprologus fasciatus is a visually striking lamprologine cichlid from Lake Tanganyika, displaying bold alternating dark brown and cream-white vertical bars across the full body length. It inhabits rocky areas of the lake and is a confident cave-spawner, forming monogamous pairs that defend their territory vigorously. One of the more visually arresting smaller lamprologines available, its high-contrast pattern makes it an eye-catching centerpiece in a Tanganyikan aquarium.

Provide a rocky aquarium with multiple caves and crevices. Maintain hard, alkaline water with strong filtration. Feed a varied diet of cichlid pellets, frozen mysis, brine shrimp, and daphnia. Keep as a bonded pair; males can be aggressive toward other males in smaller tanks.