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The Leloup's lamprologus (Neolamprologus leloupi) is a freshwater fish of the family Cichlidae that grows up to 6 cm.
Description
The Leloup's lamprologus is a cichlid (Cichlidae) endemic to Lake Tanganyika in East Africa. The species grows to about 8 cm and has an elongate body adapted to life among the rocks and crevices of the steep, rocky shore zone. As a territorial bottom-dweller it shelters and breeds in cavities and snaps at small invertebrates, insect larvae and biofilm. Many related species are caring cave brooders. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Leloup's lamprologus?
The Leloup's lamprologus has a torpedo-shaped body, is mainly brown and shows a plain pattern. Slender little cichlid of rocky zones in Lake Tanganyika; caring brood-tender.
Where does the Leloup's lamprologus live?
The Leloup's lamprologus lives in fresh water and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground. Endemic to Lake Tanganyika in East Africa; rocky zones.
How big does the Leloup's lamprologus get?
The Leloup's lamprologus grows to a maximum of about 6 cm.
Is the Leloup's lamprologus dangerous to humans?
No, the Leloup's lamprologus is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Leloup's lamprologus edible?
The Leloup's lamprologus is not usually eaten.
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Same genus Neolamprologus
More from the family Cichlidae
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