Lamprichthys Tanganicanus 2,5-3cm
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Lamprichthys tanganicanus 2.5-3 cm
Tanganyika lamp fish - elegant and lively, ideal for schools
Lamprichthys tanganicanus is a superb open-water fish from Lake Tanganyika. Also known as the "lamp fish", it shines with its metallic sheen and gregarious behaviour. Perfect for well-oxygenated Tanganyika aquariums.
1. Behaviour & care
Lively, sociable and gregarious. Should be kept in groups (minimum of 6 individuals) in a long aquarium (120 L or more) with good circulation and cover. Enjoys open water and rocky settings.
2. Water parameters
- Temperature: 24-27°C
- pH: 8.0-9.0
- GH: 10-20 °dGH
- KH: 8-12 °KH
3. Diet
Microphagous carnivore: artemia, daphnia, fine granules, flakes, etc. Discover our feeds for Tanganyika fish.
4. Technical specifications
| Scientific name | Lamprichthys tanganicanus |
|---|---|
| Adult size | 10-12 cm |
| Origin | Lake Tanganyika (East Africa) |
| Behaviour | Gregarious, calm |
| Living zone | Surface / environment |
| Life expectancy | 5-6 years |
5. Reproduction
Depth on substrate or floating mops. Eggs hatch after 8-10 days. Breeding possible in special tanks.
6. Compatibility
With calm Tanganyika fish (Julidochromis, Neolamprologus). Avoid overly aggressive territorial species.
7. Shipping, delivery & transport points
Transport in professional isothermal packaging guaranteeing safety and stable temperature during transit.
Delivery methods
- France Express (France, Belgium, Luxembourg)
- In-store collection at Sombreffe (Belgium)
Shipment organisation
- Orders closed: every Monday at 10.00 a.m.
- France: departure Monday or Tuesday, delivery between Tuesday and Thursday
- Belgium & Luxembourg: departure Monday and Tuesday, delivery between Tuesday and Wednesday
- categorie
- Poissons tropicaux
- origine
- Élevés en captivité
- espece
- Killies
- nom latin
- Lamprichthys Tanganicanus 2,5-3cm
- Famille Biotope
- Cyprinodontidé (Tanganyika)
- Taille adulte
- 10–12 cm
- Volume minimum du bac
- 120 L
- Zone de vie
- Surface/Milieu
- Comportement
- Paisible
- Régime alimentaire
- Omnivore
- Température
- 24–27 °C
- pH
- 7.8–9.0
- GH
- 10–20 °dGH
- KH
- 8–15 °KH
- Origine géographique
- Lac Tanganyika (Afrique)
- Reproduction
- Ovipare
- Espérance de vie
- 5–8 ans
- Sexe
- Mix
- Niveau de difficulté
- Intermédiaire
- Compatibilité
- Poissons du Tanganyika
Delivery of live animals with France Express (mainland France, Belgium and Luxembourg)
When will my order be shipped?
We ship on Mondays and Tuesdays only. No shipments are made from Wednesday to Sunday inclusive.
Any order containing live animals must be placed before Monday at 10:00 am.
It will be shipped on Monday or Tuesday of the same week, depending on the destination.
How long will it take for my order to be delivered?
Delivery takes 24 hours (48 hours maximum) on weekdays.
No deliveries are made on weekends.
How will my order be shipped?
Via France Express, a carrier approved for the transport of animals.
Delivery is secure and the packaging is suitable (insulated boxes).
We add refrigerated packs in summer and heat packs in winter.
Where do you deliver?
Throughout mainland France, Belgium and Luxembourg.
Important: no deliveries will be made to pick-up points.
Do I need to be at home to receive the parcel?
Yes, you must be present.
You must be available at the specified time slot so that the delivery driver can hand-deliver the parcel.
Live animals are transported separately from other items. AquaBota is entitled to postpone a shipment in the event of adverse weather conditions.