Lamprologus ocellatus

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Lamprologus ocellatus

Scientific classification
Kingdom: Animalia
Phylum: Chordata
Class: Actinopterygii
Order: Perciformes
Family: Cichlidae
Genus: Lamprologus
Species: L. ocellatus
Binomial name
Lamprologus ocellatus
Steindachner, 1909

Lamprologus ocellatus is a type of shell dweller from Lake Tanganyika. It is a popular aquarium fish due to its small size, appearance, and intelligence.

Juveniles are born under .25 inches while adults grow up to 2 inches. They range in color from a light brownish color to a gold/yellow color. These fish, like all shell dwellers, live in snail shells. They live in colonies amongst each other and raise their young in the shells.

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