What tank size does a Multifasciatus Shelldweller need?

A Multifasciatus Shelldweller requires a minimum tank size of 60 litres (16 US gallons).

What do Multifasciatus Shelldweller eat?

Multifasciatus Shelldweller are Carnivorous; prefers live and frozen foods..

Are Multifasciatus Shelldweller aggressive?

Multifasciatus Shelldweller are classified as semi-aggressive. Suitable for species-specific setups or Tanganyikan community tanks, thrives in shell-based substrates.

What temperature do Multifasciatus Shelldweller need?

Multifasciatus Shelldweller thrive in water temperatures between 24–28°C (75–82°F).

How hard is it to breed Multifasciatus Shelldweller?

Breeding Multifasciatus Shelldweller is considered moderate.

Multifasciatus Shelldweller Care Guide

Neolamprologus multifasciatus

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Bioload Score

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Semi-AggressiveModerateFreshwater

Max Size: 5.0 cm / 2.0"
Temperature: 24–28°C (75–82°F)
pH Range: 7.8 – 9.0
Min Tank Size: 60L (16 gal)
Min Group Size: Can be kept alone
Tank Level: Bottom
Origin: Lake Tanganyika
Temperament: Semi-Aggressive
Difficulty: Moderate
Breeding Difficulty: Moderate

Diet

Carnivorous; prefers live and frozen foods.

Community Compatibility

Suitable for species-specific setups or Tanganyikan community tanks, thrives in shell-based substrates.

Good to Know

Multifasciatus Shelldwellers are one of the smallest cichlids, known for living in and around empty snail shells.

Gender Differences

Males are slightly larger than females.

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