Scientific name: Lamprologus kungweensis Common name: N/A Family: Cichlidae Usual size in fish tanks: 7 - 8 cm (2.76 - 3.15 inch) 0 14 Recommended pH range for the species: 7.5 - 8.1 Recommended water hardness (dGH): 15 - 30°N (267.86 - 535.71ppm) 0°C 32°F 30°C 86°F Recommended temperature: 23 - 27 °C (73.4 - 80.6°F) The way how these fish reproduce: Spawning Where the species comes from: Africa Temperament to its own species: peaceful to males Temperament toward other fish species: peaceful Usual place in the tank: Middle levels Food and feeding Use a quality flake or pellets for the staple diet but supplement this with spirulina flake. They will also require meaty foods in the form of daphnia, brine shrimp or blood worms. Origin Africa; Lamprologus kungweensis are endemic to Lake Tanganyika. Sexing Males are slightly larger than the females. When the females are in breeding condition they will develop a yellow area on their abdomen. Breeding Females will dig pits in the substrate directly in front of shells. The actual spawning will take place in the shell and the female will guard the nest. Depending on the temperature in the tank, hatching can take up to 8-9 days and a few days later the fry will be free swimming. The fry will accept micro worms, newly hatched brine shrimp and daphnia straight away. Lifespan The expected lifespan for Lamprologus kungweensis is 5-8 years. Short description Lamprologus kungweensis are very territorial so it is best to keep one male with several females. Females will defend their own territories but this rarely results in any injuries. Picture Bought by aqua-fish.net from jjphoto.dk.
