Neolamprologus niger

Neolamprologus niger

Seeking molluscs in rock crevices

Black
Tropical
Local endemic species
Restricted distribution
Freshwater fish
Africa
Small
Tropical fish

Neolamprologus niger is a species of cichlid endemic to Lake Tanganyika where it is only found along the northern shores. It is a crevice-dweller and feeds on molluscs. This species reaches a length of 9 centimetres (3.5 in) TL. It can also be found in the aquarium trade.

Class: Teleosts
Order: Cichlids and Allies
Family: Cichlidae
Genus: Neolamprologus
Maximum length: 9 cm
Water: Freshwater
Distribution: Africa: Endemic to the northern Democratic Republic of the Congo coast of Lake Tanganyika and Bulu Point in Tanzania (Ref. 5667 ).
Conservation status: LCLeast Concern

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