📖 Overview
Usually solitary although many individuals may be observed at one time. Occurs in the rocky biotopes. Feeds on the eggs of Lamprichthys tanganicanus. Leaves the rocky biotope to breed in the sandy bottom .
Scientific Name
Neolamprologus mondabu
Authority
Boulenger, 1906
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for aquarium is currently being
compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for aquarium is currently being
reviewed.
🦐 Diet
aquatic invertebrates
small fish
algae
detritus
🥚 Reproduction
🐣 Oviparous
👄 Mouth Brooder
🛡️ Egg Guarder
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic; pH range: 7.4 - 8.4; dH range: 7 - 30. Tropical; 23°C - 27°C ; 3°S - 6°S south where the niche is occupied by Neolamprologus modestus.
🌿 Ecology
Zone Preferences
💧 Freshwater
🧍 Solitary
Food Items
the eggs of Lamprichthys tanganicanus
📐 Morphometrics
Length–Weight Relationship:
W = 0.01862 × L3.02
(TL)
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
Temperature Range
23–27°C
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
IUCN Category
Least Concern
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
Population Resilience
High
Minimum doubling time
Fishing Vulnerability
13.00/100
Low vulnerability
Trophic Level
3.4
Predator
Described By
Boulenger, 1906
🍽️ Edibility & Flavour
"aquarium is an edible species."
✗ Not for Raw
✓ Fresh Indicators
- Clear, bright eyes — cloudy eyes indicate age
- Firm flesh that springs back when pressed
- Fresh ocean smell, never strong or ammonia-like
- Bright red or pink gills, not grey or brown
- Shiny, moist skin with scales tightly attached
✗ Avoid If
- Cloudy or sunken eyes
- Strong fishy or ammonia odour
- Soft, mushy flesh that doesn't spring back
- Discoloured or dry flesh
Best Cooking Methods
Baking
Grilling
Pan-frying
⚡ Nutrition
Detailed nutritional data for aquarium is
currently being compiled from USDA FoodData Central.
🔬 Mercury Safety
Mercury data for aquarium has not yet been
assigned. Please consult FDA/EPA guidance for general seafood safety advice.
🌿 Sustainability
Best Choice
Healthy stocks, low impact
Good Alternative
Well-managed, minor concerns
Use Caution
Check sourcing and season
Avoid
Overfished or high impact
✓ Sustainable Choice
🔬 Full Nutritional Profile
Per 100g - Raw, per 100g
- Source: USDA FoodData Central templates (generic fish average)
Proximate Composition
Energy125 kcal
Moisture75 %
Protein20 %
Total Fat4 %
Ash1.3 %
Fatty Acids (g)
Saturated Fat1 g
Monounsaturated Fat1.2 g
Polyunsaturated Fat1.5 g
Omega-3 Total1 g
EPA0.3 g
DHA0.5 g
Omega-6 Total0.3 g
Key Minerals & Vitamins
Calcium20 mg
Iron0.7 mg
Magnesium30 mg
Phosphorus220 mg
Potassium380 mg
Sodium55 mg
Zinc0.5 mg
Selenium32 µg
Vitamin B122 µg
📊 Population Dynamics
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Index |
Notes |
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🌐 Names & Taxonomy
|
Language |
Common Names |
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🇫🇮Finnish
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vihereväluola-ahven
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🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect aquarium.
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 65 records indexed
.