Aquarist Species: Altolamprologus calvus 'Yellow'
Aquarist: Monty
Species Profile: Altolamprologus calvus 'yellow' Nkamba Bay
General species photo
Description: A cichlid native to Lake Tanganyika, specifically Nkamba Bay, Altolamprologus calvus 'yellow' Nkamba Bay lives amongst rocky crevices and caves. Note: 'Nkamba Bay' is listed as a separate species to support the CARES single locale priority list designation.
Category: Cichlids
Global Region: Africa
Distribution: Lake Tanganyika: Nkamba Bay
CARES Classification: Critically Endangered
Aquarist Notes
Photo of aquarist's species:
Collection Point: Chisanze, Nkamba Bay
Genetic Line: Aquarium Strain
Year Acquired: 2026