Out of stockCurrent stock
Gold Ocellatus Shell Dweller
R 426.00
Territorial | 24–27 °C | 5–6 cm.
Recorded stock: 0Stock quantities aren’t live and may change.
- FulfilmentPhysical stock
- Product ID728
A small Tanganyikan shell-dwelling cichlid that needs hard alkaline water and shells.
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.