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Gold Ocellatus Shell Dweller

SKU: MFAQ-127-ENR19

Territorial | 24–27 °C | 5–6 cm. Confirm availability before EFT.

R426.00
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A small Tanganyikan shell-dwelling cichlid that needs hard alkaline water and shells. Confirm current availability before EFT payment.

Fish Care Profile

Scientific Name Neolamprologus ocellatus ‘Gold’
Family Cichlidae
Origin Lake Tanganyika, Africa
Breeding Shell spawner
Temperament Territorial
Tank Level Bottom
Lifespan 5–8 years
Minimum Tank Size 60 L shell-dweller setup
Adult Size 5–6 cm
Difficulty Intermediate
pH 7.8–9.0
Temperature 24–27 °C
Diet Carnivore / small prepared and frozen foods
Group Size Pair or colony with enough shells and territory

Care Notes

Provide multiple empty shells per fish, sand and clear territories. Do not mix with soft-water community fish.

Availability changes regularly. Please confirm stock before making EFT payment.

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