Rift Lake Community – small shell dweller.
The Ocellatus is a Tanganyikan shell dweller. It will defend its shell and small territory vigorously but it can be housed with other cichlids that inhabit other areas of the aquarium. It is important that there are enough shells and females to keep the males happy or infighting can become out of hand.
A charming little cichlid with real character, L. ocellatus is a deservedly popular hobbyists’ fish. It has an endearing habit of burying its shell and defending it against all-comers. Many an unsuspecting hobbyist has recieved a sharp nip from an ocellatus who feels its territory is being invaded. Neighbouring shells may also be buried to prevent other fish moving in.
Species – Lamprologus Ocellatus
Current Size – 3-4cm
Adult Length – 5cm
Temperature Range – 23 - 28°C
pH Range – 7.5 – 8.5
Special Requirements - All African Cichlids are territorial to other males. The more rocks and hiding places they have the better.
Tanks Mates and Compatibility – Good choices include rockdwellers such as Neolamprologus brichardi or smaller species of Julidochromis and open water species such as Cyprichromis sp.
Feeding – Live and frozen varieties should form the bulk of the diet, although dried foods are usually accepted.
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Please note – Some images used are library photos and will show the colour potential at a fully mature size, as our fish are juveniles they may vary.
We always aim to supply the fish as close to the purchase size as possible. On rare occasions if this is not possible we will contact you.
The fish are selected at random however you are welcome to make a note on the order and the fish manager will do his best for you, requests are dependent on stock at the time of your order.
