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Neolamprologus kungweensis

Aquarist: DragonFlyer

Species: Neolamprologus kungweensis

Alternate Name:   Lamprologus kungweensis

 

Description

A small Lake Tanganyikan lamprologine 'opportunistic shell dweller' first collected in Kungwe Bay. This is a somewhat aggressive 'shellie' which inhabits muddy bottoms which it uses to dig tunnels for breeding. While their preferred habitat does include shells these are often taken by other shell dwelling species hence their adaptation to prefer mud tunnels.

Category:   Cichlids

Global Region:   Africa

Distribution:   Lake Tanganyika

 

Aquarist Notes

Genetic Line:   Aquarium Strain

Year Acquired:   2025

Acquired a group of 7 young fish ~1.5" at the Pioneer Valley Aquarium Society yearly February auction.