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Neolamprologus longior

Aquarist: GM6565

Species: Neolamprologus longior

 

Photo by:   Craig Storms

Description

A species endemic to Lake Tanganyika and close relative to N. leleupi. It has a slightly more elongated body and other subtle differences. At a glance the two are quite similar. Like N. leleupi, the coloring of N. longior is quite variable ranging from bright yellow to orange.

Category:   Cichlids

Global Region:   Africa

Distribution:   Lake Tanganyika

 

Aquarist Notes

Collection Point:   Karilani island

Genetic Line:   Aquarium Strain

Year Acquired:   2024

Species Spawned:   Yes

Fry did not survive in the community tank they were in.