Neolamprologus caudopunctatus

photo by Terceira, A.C.

Family:	Cichlidae (Cichlids), subfamily: Pseudocrenilabrinae
Max. size:	6.5 cm TL (male/unsexed)
Environment:	benthopelagic; freshwater; pH range: 7.5 - 8.5; dH range: 15
Distribution:	Africa: Endemic to the Zambian shores of Lake Tanganyika.
Diagnosis:
Biology:	Hovers above the substrate to feed on zooplankton (Ref. 7343). Needs sand to build its nest. Forms a protecting and warning group of sexually inactive individuals around the breeding community (Ref. 7343).
IUCN Red List Status:	Least Concern (LC); Date assessed: 31 January 2006 Ref. (130435)
Threat to humans:	harmless

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