Poor Man's Tropheus
NamePoor Man's Tropheus
Scientific NameNeolamprologus brichardi
Common NamesPrincess Cichlid, Fairy Cichlid, Brichardi Cichlid, Lyretail Lamprologus
FamilyCichlidae
OriginAfrica, Lake Tanganyika
Temperamentsemi-aggressive
Dietomnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)55
Max Size (Inches)4.5
Water TypeFreshwater
Temperature Range (°F)75-82
pH Range7.8-9.0
Compatible SpeciesJulidochromis species, Altolamprologus species, Cyprichromis species, Synodontis catfish
Description
The Poor Man's Tropheus, or Princess Cichlid, is an elegant and social cichlid from Lake Tanganyika. They are known for their lyre-shaped tail and often form complex colonial structures in the aquarium. While generally peaceful with other Tanganyikan cichlids, they can be territorial, especially towards conspecifics.
