Brichard's Lamprologus
📖 Overview
Occurs in sediment-rich regions. Breeds in pairs, with both male and female defending the territory in a joint effort . About 20-60 eggs are produced and deposited in crevices .
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Brichard's Lamprologus is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Brichard's Lamprologus is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
The eggs are deposited in crevices; the area is defended by males, females, and larger juveniles together. Pairs remain together until one partner dies.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic; pH range: 7.3 - 8.5; dH range: 18 - ?, usually 6 - 12 m . Tropical; 24°C - 26°C ; 3°S - 9°S Endemic to Lake Tanganyika.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🇬🇧English | Brichard's Lamprologus · Brichardi · Daffodil Cichlid · Daffodil Fairy Cichlid · Fairy Cichlid · Lyretail Cichlid · Princess Cichlid · Princess of Burundi |
| 🌍CES | pestřenec tanganický · pestřenec zubatý |
| 🇫🇮Finnish | kaunoviiriahven |
| 🇵🇹Portuguese | Mbuna-fada |
| 🇷🇺Russian | Принцесса Бурунди |
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lamprologus pulcher | Trewavas & Poll | 1952 | Synonym |
| Lamprologus savoryi pulcher | Trewavas & Poll | 1952 | Synonym |
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Brichard's Lamprologus.
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 9 records indexed .
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