Tetracanthus (Neolamprologus tetracanthus)

Fish in the family Cichlidae. Moderate care. Freshwater.

Quick facts

Scientific nameNeolamprologus tetracanthus

FamilyCichlidae

Also known asTetracanthus, Pearl-Lined Lamprologus

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

Stocky silver-grey body lined with rows of pearly spots forming horizontal dotted lines along the flanks.

Difficulty and care for the Tetracanthus

Moderate

Origin and habitat

Lake Tanganyika, Africa

Keeper notes

Large predatory Lamprologus; territorial and will eat smaller tankmates. Robust companions only.

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