Neolamprologus brichardi
| Common Names: | Brichardi Princess Cichlid |
| Synonyms: | Lamprologus brichardi |
| Family: | Cichlidae |
| Category: | Cichlids |
| Distribution: | Africa; Lake Tanganyika, Africa. |
| Main Ecosystem: | Rift Lake; Rift Lake |
| Temperament: | Territorial; Territorial and aggressive to other species. Younger fish are not aggressive but may still be territorial. |
| Diet: | Ominvore; Ominvore |
| Care: | Feed with bloodworms, flakes, and small fish. Add rock caves for hiding and breeding. Sturdy plants are recommended. |
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| Potential Size: | Male: 10cm (3.9") Female: 10cm (3.9") |
| Water Region: | Middle, Bottom; Middle-Bottom |
| Activity: | Diurnal; Diurnal |
| Gender: | The male's tail fin is longer then the female's. |
| Breeding: | From the moment you have a male and a female reproduction does not pose any real problems. The female will lay eggs in a cave. Do not remove the parents as they will look after their young. Healthy fry will grow at a rate of about 1cm per month. |
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| Comments: | A great fish for the beginner who would like to breed cichlids. |
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| Markings: | Not Specified |
| Mouth: | Not Specified |
| Tail: | Not Specified |
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| Submitted By: | Adam |
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