Brevis Shell-Dweller (Neolamprologus brevis)

Fish in the family Cichlidae. Easy care. Freshwater.

Quick facts

Scientific nameNeolamprologus brevis

FamilyCichlidae

Also known asBrevis, Sunspot Brevis

Care levelEasy

Reef safetyFreshwater

TemperamentSemi Aggressive

DietCarnivore

Adult size2 in

Minimum tank size10 gallons

Water parametersTemp 76-82°F, pH 8.0-9.0, GH 10-20 dGH

Appearance

Small body with faint vertical bars and iridescent cheek streaks; the Sunspot form shows warm orange highlights.

Difficulty and care for the Brevis Shell-Dweller

Easy

Origin and habitat

Lake Tanganyika, Africa

Keeper notes

Unusual among shellies in that a male and female share a single shell; mild aggression confined to the shell territory.

Log Brevis Shell-Dweller in your reef tank

Reef Trak gives you the full record on every species in your tank: acquisition date, source, photos, parameters at time of stocking, and links to maintenance and feeding events. Track Brevis Shell-Dweller alongside everything else in your reef.

Download Reef Trak See the full app