The Ocellatus Shelldweller is endemic to Lake Tanganyika. In the wild, a harem of females is served by a single male. His territory will include several small empty Neothauma tanganyicense snail shells, in which he entices females to come and take up residence.
| Synonyms | Julidochromis ocellatus, Lamprologus lestradei, Neolamprologus ocellatus |
| Distribution | Lake Tanganyika, Africa. |
| Maximum Size | 5.8cm (2.3") |
| Temperature | 23-25°C |
| Water Parameters | Hard, alkaline conditions essential. pH: 8.0-9.0, dH: 15-25 degrees. |
| Compatibility | Tanganyikan cichlid community |
| Sexual Dimorphism | Males tend to be larger. Female fish also display white-edged anal and dorsal fins, whereas those of the male are gold-edged. |
Lamprologus Ocellatus 3-4cm
- Product Code: Lake Tanganyika Cichlids
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Tags: Shell Dweller