Ornatipinnis Shell-Dweller (Lamprologus ornatipinnis)

Fish in the family Cichlidae. Easy care. Freshwater.

Quick facts

Scientific nameLamprologus ornatipinnis

FamilyCichlidae

Also known asOrnatipinnis, Ornate Shell-Dweller

Care levelEasy

Reef safetyFreshwater

TemperamentSemi Aggressive

DietCarnivore

Adult size2.4 in

Minimum tank size15 gallons

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

Appearance

Small barred shell-dweller with faint vertical bands and patterned fins; lives in and around empty snail shells.

Difficulty and care for the Ornatipinnis Shell-Dweller

Easy

Origin and habitat

Lake Tanganyika, Africa

Keeper notes

Small shell-dweller; aggression limited to the shell territory, harmless to larger fish.

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