Neolamprologus brevis is a small shellfish cichlid from Lake Tanganyika. Quieter than other closely related species, it lives in pairs in a shell that it shares with its female. Perfect for small tanks dedicated to the Tanganyika biotope.

1. Behaviour & maintenance

Calm and territorial. To be kept in pairs or small groups in an aquarium of at least 60 L, with fine sand and shells (Neothauma, snails). Slightly digs around its shell to protect it.

2. Water parameters

• Temperature: 24-27°C
• pH: 8.0-9.0
• GH: 10-20 °dGH
• KH: 8-12 °KH

3. Diet

Microphagous carnivore: artemia, microgranules, daphnia, mud worms. Discover our foods for African cichlids.

4. Technical specifications

5. Reproduction

Eggs are laid in shells. The eggs are laid inside, protected by the couple. The fry remain close to the shell until they reach maturity.

6. Compatibility

Very good cohabitation with other calm shellfish: Lamprologus ocelatus, multifasciatus. Avoid large predators or aggressive open-water fish.

7. Shipping, delivery & transport points

The fish are shipped in professional isothermal packaging guaranteeing safety and thermal stability.

Delivery methods

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

Shipment organisation

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