Lamprologus ornatipinnis "Kigoma"
Aquarist: Monty
Species: Lamprologus ornatipinnis
Photo by: Craig Storms
Description
A less common shell dweller endemic to Lake Tanganyika, L. ornatipinnis has an elongated body and less of a tendency to move large amounts of sand substrate compared with other shell dwellers. Variations in fin patterns and subtle color differences occur with localized populations.
Category: Cichlids
Global Region: Africa
Distribution: Lake Tanganyika
Aquarist Notes
Collection Point: Kigoma
Genetic Line: Other
Line Traits: Lots of sand movement
Year Acquired: 2024
Kept with a group of Xystichromis nuchisquamulatus, I saw only 3 or 4 fry until I removed the Xystichromis. Once alone, breeding increased and they are on their way to having a sizeable colony.
Species Spawned: Yes
Have Reared Fry? Yes
Young fish available? Yes