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Caudopunctatus Cichlid
Neolamprologus caudopunctatus
Intermediate Semi-Aggressive fish freshwater
About
Small Tanganyikan cichlid with spotted tail fin; hovers near rocky substrates to pluck prey.
Water Parameters
Temperature
74 - 80 °F
Ideal: 75 - 79 °F
pH
7.8 - 9
GH (Hardness)
10 - 18 dGH
Quick Facts
Max Size
3"
Min Tank Size
20 gallons
Diet
carnivore
Swimming Zone
bottom
School Size
2+ recommended
Bioload
low
Category
cichlid