Daffodil Fish

Scientific name: Neolamprologus pulcher Common name: Daffodil Family: Cichlidae Usual size in fish tanks: 7 - 10 cm (2.76 - 3.94 inch) 0 14 Recommended pH range for the species: 7.1 - 8.4 Recommended water hardness (dGH): 8 - 30°N (142.86 - 535.71ppm) 0°C 32°F 30°C 86°F Recommended temperature: 23 - 26 °C (73.4 - 78.8°F) The way how these fish reproduce: Spawning Where the species comes from: Africa Temperament to its own species: peaceful Temperament toward other fish species: peaceful Usual place in the tank: Middle levels Food and feeding Use a quality flake or pellets for the staple diet. Daffodils will also greedily consume mysis, krill and brine shrimp. Origin Africa; Daffodils are to be found in Lake Tanganyika. Sexing These can be difficult to sex but the adult males will usually be larger than the females. Breeding A very easy species of fish to breed, they will often use shells as spawning sites and it may not be always apparent that they have bred until the fry emerge. The female will control the parenting but if they spawn again the fry will also be tended by the older juveniles. Lifespan The expected lifespan for Neolamprologus pulcher is 5-6 years. Short description When Neolamprologus pulcher are breeding they can be very aggressive, because of this it is best to keep them in a species only tank. Add plenty of rockwork for hiding places but leave a large open area at the front of the tank for swimming space. Pictures Bought by aqua-fish.net from jjphoto.dk.