LAMPROLOGUS ORNATIPINNIS (ORANGE CAP)

Lamprologus ornatipinnis is a small shell-dwelling cichlid from Lake Tanganyika. They have long, slender bodies adorned with pearly scales and lovely white spots on the fins. They often scoot around the substrate, balancing on their round pelvic fins as some sort of foot.

These fish are very social and require groups of 5 or more to live comfortably.

Type: Carnivore

Max Size: 2.5"

pH: 7.5-8.6

Hardness: Hard

Temperature: 70-82°

Aggressiveness: Semi-Aggressive

Region of Origin: Lake Tanganyika, Africa

Captive Bred or Wild: Captive Bred

Diet: Flake,Pellet or Live Feed

Compatibility: Lake Tanganyikan cichlids

NOTE : Please note that males under 1.5" may not show much color, but they typically develop a tremendous amount once they settle into their permanent tank.

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