Neolamprologus brevis

Vertical flank bars and a slightly bulging face. A pair may share one shell; the bars distinguish it from L. ocellatus, which lacks the same pattern.

Adult length: Up to 6 cm (standard length, without the tail fin)
Water temperature: 23–27 °C
pH: 7.5–9
Hardness: 8–25 dGH

Natural habitat: Native to Lake Tanganyika in Africa.

Despite its small size, it may nip intruders. Avoid competition for bottom space with breeding groups of aggressive rock-dwelling fish in confined quarters.

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Social behaviour and territory

Strongly defends a small territory around its shell. Groups need plenty of shells and more females than males.

Diet and feeding

Mainly suitably sized live and frozen foods; captive-bred fish often accept dried foods.

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