Multi Shell Dweller

Neolamprologus multifasciatus

Difficulty (1-5): 2/5

Description

Tiny Tanganyikan that lives in and defends empty snail shells. A whole colony fits in a small tank, which is unusual for a cichlid.

Water test requirements

  • pH: 7.8 – 9
  • Temperature: 24 – 27 °C
  • General Hardness (GH): 10 – 25 °dGH
  • Carbonate Hardness (KH): 10 – 20 °dKH
  • Nitrate (NO3): ≤ 25 mg/L