Neolamprologus pleuromaculatus (Trewavas & Poll, 1952)
Neolamprologus pleuromaculatus
photo by Dubosc, J.

Family:  Cichlidae (Cichlids), subfamily: Pseudocrenilabrinae
Max. size:  12 cm TL (male/unsexed)
Environment:  benthopelagic; freshwater; pH range: 7.5 - 8.5; dH range: 15
Distribution:  Africa: Endemic to the northern half of Lake Tanganyika.
Diagnosis:   
Biology:  Breeds in caves in captivity (Ref. 7343).
IUCN Red List Status: Least Concern (LC); Date assessed: 31 January 2006 Ref. (130435)
Threat to humans:  harmless
Country info:   
 


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