Neolamprologus hecqui

Alternative names

 * Hecqui Cichlid

Sexing

 * Unknown

Tank compatibility

 * One of the more aggressive shelldweller cichlids. They possess a powerful physique and a large bass-like mouth.  Despite their small size, they can hold their own against much larger tankmates.  It is advised to keep no more than one male in a tank as they are very territorial.  They will not tolerate any other males unless kept in a large tank with well sorted out territories.  Unlike most other shelldwellers this species also requires more space than their size may indicate.

Diet

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Feeding regime

 * How often to feed, etc.

Environment Specifics

 * Unknown

Behaviour

 * Unknown

Identification

 * They are very similar in appearance and temperament to Neolamprologus boulengeri. Both species possess a distinctly unique trait where a spot of the body camouflage extends upwards into the dorsal fin.  This is not a melanistic trait or a genetic defect caused by selective breeding, it occurs naturally.  Hecqui Cichlids have a black edging around their fins and do not show as much yellow as N. boulengeri.  Most specimens also possess a iridescent blue streak across the side of their body.