Altolamprologus calvus 'Lupota' WC
Aquarist: DragonFlyer
Species: Altolamprologus calvus
Photo by: Craig Storms
Description
African cichlid from Lake Tanganyika. Known for it's compressed body. Feeds on small fish in narrow spaces between rocks.
Category: Cichlids
Global Region: Africa
Distribution: Lake Tanganyika
Aquarist Notes
Collection Point: Lupota
Genetic Line: Wild Caught
Year Acquired: 2025
Acquired a group of 4 adult wild caught fish from Anthony Stissi (Staten Island Cichlids) in February. About 10 days in looks like a pair has formed. Shown in photo.
Species Spawned: Yes
5 months in and the pair have spawned successfully bringing their fry out to feed. See Species Log for more details.