Family: Cichlidae
Neolamprologus brevis — a Cichlidae from Africa. Reaches 4.1–6.1 cm; keep at 24–28 °C.
Neolamprologus brevis, a member of the family Cichlidae, comes from Africa, where it inhabits lakes and slow rivers with structure. Varies by species; many are territorial when breeding and omnivore to carnivore; quality prepared foods, it grows to 4.1–6.1 cm and adapts well to a properly set-up aquarium in the 24–28 °C range. Other Neolamprologus species in our database include Neolamprologus brichardi, Neolamprologus leleupi, Neolamprologus multifasciatus.
Intermediate difficulty. Varies by species; many are territorial when breeding; pairs or singles with defined territory.
Hold 24–28 °C and keep it stable — 24–28 °C curated husbandry range. Heater required for stable tropical warmth.
Expect 4.1–6.1 cm as an adult, living bottom-dwelling. A 45 L tank or larger gives it room.
Omnivore to carnivore; quality prepared foods. Feed two small meals a day rather than one large one.
Varies by species; many are territorial when breeding. Recommended tankmates: Similar-sized peaceful community fish — Similar size and water needs. Avoid Much smaller fish — May outcompete or bully tiny tankmates.
Comes from Africa: lakes and slow rivers with structure. Expect still to gentle current and moderate.
Not a noted jumper — a standard cover still keeps dust and spray in.
Substrate or cave spawner with parental care. Often striking; males larger and brighter.