Five-Bar Cichlid (Neolamprologus tretocephalus)

Fish in the family Cichlidae. Moderate care. Freshwater.

Quick facts

Scientific nameNeolamprologus tretocephalus

FamilyCichlidae

Also known asTretocephalus, Treto, Five-Bar Lamprologus

Care levelModerate

Reef safetyFreshwater

TemperamentAggressive

DietCarnivore

Adult size6 in

Minimum tank size55 gallons

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

Appearance

Resembles a smaller frontosa pattern with five bold black bars on a blue-white body and bright blue facial markings.

Difficulty and care for the Five-Bar Cichlid

Moderate

Origin and habitat

Lake Tanganyika, Africa

Keeper notes

Very aggressive and territorial, especially once paired; often kept singly or with robust tankmates only.

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