Daffodil Cichlid
NameDaffodil Cichlid
Scientific NameNeolamprologus brichardi
Common NamesDaffodil Cichlid, Brichardi Cichlid, Fairy Cichlid, Princess Cichlid
FamilyCichlidae
OriginAfrica, Lake Tanganyika
Temperamentsemi-aggressive
Dietomnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)30
Max Size (Inches)4.5
Water TypeFreshwater
Temperature Range (°F)75-80
pH Range7.8-9.0
Compatible SpeciesJulidochromis species, Cyprichromis species, Synodontis catfish, Other similarly sized Tanganyikan cichlids
Description
The Daffodil Cichlid is an elegant and popular cichlid from Lake Tanganyika, known for its lyre-shaped tail and daffodil-yellow markings behind the eyes. They are cave spawners and can be territorial, especially when breeding or defending their territory. This species thrives in hard, alkaline water conditions.
