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Neolamprologus multifasciatus Shell Dweller 10-Pack
Neolamprologus multifasciatus
Origin: Lake Tanganyika
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Water Parameters
Temperature24–26 °C
15 °C35 °C
pH7.8–8.5
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GH (Hardness)12–25 °dGH
0 °dGH30 °dGH
KH (Alkalinity)8–20 °dKH
0 °dKH20 °dKH
Quick Stats
- Max Size
- 4.5 cm
- Min Tank
- 30 L
- Lifespan
- 5–8
- Swimming Level
- bottom
- Schooling
- No
- Diet
- omnivore
- Temperament
- Defends shells vigorously but otherwise peaceful
About
Neolamprologus multifasciatus is often cited as the world's smallest cichlid species. This fascinating Tanganyika shell dweller lives entirely in and around empty snail shells, forming cooperative colonies.
Care Guide
pH 7.8–8.5, temp 24–26°C, hard alkaline water. Provide 10+ Neothauma/escargot shells per pair. Will breed readily. 10L minimum per breeding pair. Sandy substrate essential.
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