Lamprologus ocelatus "Gold" is a Lake Tanganyika cichlid with a unique behaviour. It lives and breeds in shells, which it fiercely defends. Its beautiful golden colouring and curious behaviour make it a much-loved fish among discerning aquarists.

1. Behaviour & maintenance

Territorial and lively. It occupies a shell which it actively protects. A 60-100 L tank with a sandy substrate, several shells per fish and a few rocks to demarcate territories is required.

2. Water parameters

• Temperature: 24-27°C
• pH: 7.8-9.0
• GH: 10-20 °dGH
• KH: 8-12 °KH

3. Diet

Microphagous carnivore: artemia, bloodworms, microgranules for cichlids. Discover our foods for African cichlids.

4. Technical characteristics

5. Reproduction

Reproduction in shells. The female lays eggs inside the shell and the male guards the entrance. Easy fry rearing with micro-feeds and artemia nauplia.

6. Compatibility

To be kept in pairs or small groups in special tanks. Compatible with small, calm shellfish (Neolamprologus brevis, multifasciatus).

7. Shipping, delivery & transport points

Shipped in professional isothermal packaging to ensure stable temperature and safe transport.

Delivery methods

• France Express (France, Belgium, Luxembourg)
• In-store collection in Sombreffe (Belgium)

Shipment organisation

• Orders closed: every Monday at 10.00 a.m.
• France: departures on Monday or Tuesday depending on the department, delivery between Tuesday and Thursday
• Belgium & Luxembourg: departures on Monday and Tuesday, delivery between Tuesday and Wednesday