Altolamprologus calvus
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| Pearly Lamprologus Calvus | |
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| Pearly Lamprologus | |
| Species | Altolamprologus calvus |
| Difficulty | Moderate |
| Min. Tank Size | 113.562 liters 113,562.353 mL 30 US Gallons (113.6L) |
| Size | 12.7 cm
3-5 " (7.6-12.7cm) |
| pH | 7.5 - 9.0 |
| Temp. | 296.15 K 73.4 °F 533.07 °R 300.15 K |
| Water Hardness |
5-20 |
| Stocking Ratio | 1:1 M:F |
| Availability | Uncommon |
| Diet | |
| Life Span |
10-15 years |
Contents |
[edit] Alternative names
- Pearly Lamprologus, Calvus, Pearly Compressiceps
[edit] Other Scientific Names
- Lamprologus calvus
[edit] Sexing
- Next to impossible in juvenile fish, but adults show an easily identifiable sexual dimorphism. When full grown the female is only 2/3 the size of a full grown male. The males also have slightly more elongated finnage.
[edit] Tank Level
- Although the calvus will move to all parts of the aquarium, it mainly inhabits the lower and middle sections of the tank.
[edit] Diet
- In the wild the Calvus feeds on the fry of other fish, and invertebrates. In the aquarium the Calvus should have a diet that is high in protein. They will accept flakes, pellets and live food rather readily.
[edit] Feeding regime
- Feed once or twice per day, skipping one day per week. When they are full they will stop eating any food. Figure out how much they eat through trial and error and feed only that much.
[edit] Environment Specifics
- Provide plenty of rock structures for the fish to stake out its territory. Will use large shells if they are provided.
[edit] Behaviour
- Not aggressive towards other tank mates, making them well suited for the Tanganyikan community setup. They will hold their own, but may become aggressive towards others of the same species. Can be shy, but if a good dither fish is present, they will feel more comfortable.
[edit] Identification
- A vertically compressed body, dark vertical stripes with white "sparkles" scattering the body. Many geographical color morphs are available.
[edit] Pictures
 Female Altolamprologus calvus with Cuckoo Synodontis |
