Neolamprologus multifasciatus (Striated lamprologus)

The multifasciatus is a small fish that is only 5-6 cm long. His body is beige and striated, he has a bluish line, under the eye, like the Brevis.

Multifasciatus neolamprologus is a freshwater fish from African lakes in the Great Lakes region. It is a gregarious fish that often gathers in colonies. It has a compressed body laterally and measures about 6 centimeters long. Its color varies according to individuals and can be gray, brown, black or blue, with lighter strips or stains on the body. Neolamprologus multifasciatus is also known for its wide variety of colors and patterns.

The fish fins are short and radiated. Its caudal fin is in the shape of a moon and its pelvic fins are long and well developed. Multifasciatus neolamprologus is a cichlid fish, which means that it has a protractile mouth and powerful jaws which allow it to grind the insect and crustacean shells.

Multifasciatus neolamprologus is a lonely fish that generally lives in rocky cavities or underwater caves. It has territorial behavior and protects its territory against intruders. The male is generally larger and more colored than the female. Both sexes have bright colors when they are reproducing.

The reproduction of multifasciatus neolamprologus is quite complex. The male builds a nest in a hole or cave, and the female deposits her eggs there. The male fertilizes the eggs and watches over the fry until they are able to feed alone. Alevines look like little adults from birth.

Multifasciatus neolamprologus is an easy -to -keep fish in aquarium, but it needs sufficient space and good water filtration. It is generally peaceful with other aquarium species, but can be aggressive towards fish of the same species or similar sizes. It is recommended to maintain it with larger fish or different species. Neolamprologus multifasciatus is an adaptable fish that can accommodate different water and temperature conditions, but it needs a varied diet to stay healthy.

The male is larger by one centimeter. He has a red dorsal border.

First the female will choose a shell to lay her eggs there, then the male will then fertilize them. It is important to remember that these fish live in hierarchy and colony, there is a dominant male and a dominant female. The males usually live in harem. The fry will stay in the shell up to 3 weeks before swimming freely.