Elongatus Lamprologus (Lepidiolamprologus elongatus)

Fish in the family Cichlidae. Moderate care. Freshwater.

Quick facts

Scientific nameLepidiolamprologus elongatus

FamilyCichlidae

Also known asLepidiolamprologus, Elongatus, Cichlid Pike

Care levelModerate

Reef safetyFreshwater

TemperamentAggressive

DietCarnivore

Adult size8 in

Minimum tank size75 gallons

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

Appearance

Long torpedo-shaped silver body with dark blotching, built for high-speed pursuit of small fish over rock and sand.

Difficulty and care for the Elongatus Lamprologus

Moderate

Origin and habitat

Lake Tanganyika, Africa

Keeper notes

Predatory pike-like cichlid; eats anything it can engulf and is territorial when breeding. Robust-tankmates only.

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