Lamprologus callipterus
Bigmouth Shell Dweller
Temperature
24–27°C
pH
9–9
dGH
10–25 ppm
Size
15 cm
Tank
160 L
Lamprologus callipterus is a unique cichlid known for its fascinating breeding behavior where males collect and protect shell nests for females to lay eggs in. They exhibit pronounced sexual dimorphism, where males are significantly larger than females.
Water parameters
Hardness
10–25 ppm
Temperature
24–27°C
pH
9–9
Tank & size
Fish size
15 cm
Tank length
80 cm
Tank volume
160 L
