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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.

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Created: 2025-08-31 23:49:58
Updated: 2025-08-31 23:49:58
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