Fairy Cichlid Care Guide
Neolamprologus brichardi
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Bioload Score
2400
PeacefulModerateFreshwater
- Max Size
- 10.0 cm / 4.0"
- Temperature
- 22–28°C (72–82°F)
- pH Range
- 7.0 – 8.5
- Min Tank Size
- 75L (20 gal)
- Min Group Size
- 2 fish
- Tank Level
- Bottom
- Origin
- Lake Tanganyika
- Temperament
- Peaceful
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Breeding Difficulty
- Moderate
Diet
Omnivorous, prefers a varied diet including high-quality flakes/pellets, live/frozen foods, and vegetable matter
Community Compatibility
Other peaceful Tanganyikan cichlids, small catfish species, and other peaceful community fish that can tolerate the slightly alkaline water conditions.
Good to Know
Fairy Cichlids can be territorial, especially during breeding.
Gender Differences
Males are usually larger and more colorful, while females may have a more rounded body shape.
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