Brevis (Shell Dweller) Neolamprologus brevis
Water: Freshwater
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Overview
Scientific name
Neolamprologus brevis
Origin region
Africa (Lake Tanganyika)
Care level
Easy
Level in tank
Bottom
Adult size (cm)
6.00
Minimum tank (L)
40
Temperament
Territorial
Diet
Omnivore (micro foods)
Water parameters
Temperature (°C)
24.0–27.0
pH
7.80–9.20
GH (dGH)
10.0–18.0
KH (dKH)
8.0–16.0
Salinity (ppt)
0.00–2.00
Habitat & environment
Africa (Lake Tanganyika)
Feeding
Omnivore (micro foods)
Temperament & behaviour
Territorial
Breeding & care
Shell spawner; small colonies possible in larger setups.
Notes
Often form monogamous pairs sharing a shell.