Scientific name: Neolamprologus bifasciatus Common name: N/A Family: Cichlidae Usual size in fish tanks: 9 - 11 cm (3.54 - 4.33 inch) 0 14 Recommended pH range for the species: 7.4 - 8.6 Recommended water hardness (dGH): 10 - 23°N (178.57 - 410.71ppm) 0°C 32°F 30°C 86°F Recommended temperature: 24 - 27 °C (75.2 - 80.6°F) The way how these fish reproduce: Spawning Where the species comes from: Africa Temperament to its own species: peaceful Temperament toward other fish species: aggressive to smaller Usual place in the tank: Middle levels Food and feeding Neolamprologus bifasciatus can be very fussy eaters. They will not readily accept commercial foods so need to be offered live or frozen foods. They should accept blood worms, chopped cockles, chopped mussels and prawns. Origin Africa; Neolamprologus bifasciatus are found in Lake Tanganyika. Sexing There are no visible differences between the sexes. Breeding There are no reports of these breeding in the aquarium but it is believed that in the wild they are cave and shell spawners. Lifespan The expected life span for Neolamprologus bifasciatus is 5-8 years. Short description This fish is a predator by nature and its compressed body shape allows it to enter smaller rock crevices looking for food. It can often be seen hunting with its head down over the substrate in the tank. Add plenty of rock work to the aquarium and use a sandy substrate; they can be kept singly or in small groups if the tank is large enough. Picture Bought by aqua-fish.net from jjphoto.dk.
