Species Care
NEOLAMPROLOGUS GRACILIS
Neolamprologus gracilis
Keeping Snapshot:
- Difficulty: Intermediate
- Max Growth Size: 10 cm
- Temperament: Territorial.
- Check compatibility with other species here
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Preferred Water Parameters:
- Temperature: 23-27 degrees celsius
- pH Level: 7.8-9.0
- General Hardness: Hard
Range: Africa: Lake Tanganyika
Reproduction: Substrate (cave) spawner, defends eggs and fry
Feeding: Carnivorous. Eats all normal foods.
Additional Comments: Pairing fish. Needs several hiding places (caves). Best kept in a small group with 6 or more. Juveniles up to 2.5 cm help guard younger siblings.
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