Lamprologus ornatipinnis

Aquarist: rcpitt36

Species Profile: Lamprologus ornatipinnis

Species 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

Genetic Line:   Aquarium Strain

Year Acquired:   2025