{"product_id":"neolamprologus-similis","title":"Neolamprologus Similis (Neolamprologus similis)","description":"\u003ch2 data-end=\"661\" data-start=\"637\" data-section-id=\"1wo5wjp\"\u003eBuy 6+ Neolamprologus similis save 10% at checkout. \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1121\" data-start=\"717\"\u003eNeolamprologus similis are one of the most fascinating shell dwelling cichlids in the hobby. Native to Lake Tanganyika, these small cichlids are known for their striped pattern, bold personality, and highly interesting social behavior. Despite their small size, they are full of character and are constantly interacting with their environment by digging, claiming shells, and defending small territories.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1447\" data-start=\"1123\"\u003eAt Legacy Line Aquatics, these fish are bred and raised in-house by me in a small-scale, care-first setup. I do not source from mass-production fish farms. My focus is on raising healthy fish with clean water, proper nutrition, and attentive day-to-day care, so you receive fish I’d be confident keeping in my own fish room.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"1494\" data-start=\"1449\" data-section-id=\"1ihgats\"\u003eWhy Hobbyists Love Neolamprologus Similis\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"1816\" data-start=\"1496\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1570\" data-start=\"1496\" data-section-id=\"vwvgnn\"\u003eUnique shell dwelling behavior that is constantly interesting to watch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1643\" data-start=\"1571\" data-section-id=\"16z5m04\"\u003eBeautiful striped pattern with classic Tanganyikan cichlid character\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1714\" data-start=\"1644\" data-section-id=\"1mwf4lh\"\u003eSmall size makes them a great option for species-focused aquariums\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1765\" data-start=\"1715\" data-section-id=\"1cnyjjc\"\u003eIntelligent behavior with strong personalities\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1816\" data-start=\"1766\" data-section-id=\"hginqm\"\u003eCan form colonies over time in the right setup\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"1844\" data-start=\"1818\" data-section-id=\"c1nqec\"\u003eTemperament \u0026amp; Behavior\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2179\" data-start=\"1846\"\u003eNeolamprologus similis are small but territorial shell dwellers with a lot of personality. They are best kept in a species-focused setup or with very carefully chosen tank mates. Like many Tanganyikan cichlids, they may be tiny, but they take their territory seriously and will defend shells, fry, and breeding space with confidence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2208\" data-start=\"2181\"\u003eThey do best in tanks with:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"2476\" data-start=\"2210\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2261\" data-start=\"2210\" data-section-id=\"meu8y9\"\u003eSand substrate for digging and natural behavior\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2308\" data-start=\"2262\" data-section-id=\"9g61vc\"\u003eMultiple shells spread throughout the tank\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2382\" data-start=\"2309\" data-section-id=\"c4gmz4\"\u003eRockwork or structure used carefully without overcrowding shell zones\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2423\" data-start=\"2383\" data-section-id=\"61egbe\"\u003eStable water quality and temperature\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2476\" data-start=\"2424\" data-section-id=\"mpxbzn\"\u003eClear territory boundaries and open bottom space\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"2505\" data-start=\"2478\" data-section-id=\"flke4n\"\u003eTank Size (Recommended)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"2709\" data-start=\"2507\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2559\" data-start=\"2507\" data-section-id=\"1qjqx8\"\u003ePair or small group: 20 gallons long recommended\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2608\" data-start=\"2560\" data-section-id=\"1yhj2mg\"\u003eColony setup: 20 long \/ 29 gallon+ preferred\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2709\" data-start=\"2609\" data-section-id=\"1oojqqh\"\u003eLarger colonies: bigger tanks strongly recommended to allow space for territories and shell beds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"2732\" data-start=\"2711\" data-section-id=\"cy3ffj\"\u003eWater Temperature\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"2874\" data-start=\"2734\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2758\" data-start=\"2734\" data-section-id=\"nn84kk\"\u003eIdeal range: 76–80°F\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2802\" data-start=\"2759\" data-section-id=\"3tfohj\"\u003eMany hobbyists keep them around 77–79°F\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2874\" data-start=\"2803\" data-section-id=\"196z80c\"\u003eA stable temperature is more important than chasing an exact number\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"2905\" data-start=\"2876\" data-section-id=\"kb3076\"\u003eTank Mates (Good Choices)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3091\" data-start=\"2907\"\u003eBest tank mates are fish that will not constantly invade their shell zone or outcompete them for territory. Many hobbyists choose to keep them in a species-only setup for best results.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3121\" data-start=\"3093\"\u003eGood tank mates may include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"3318\" data-start=\"3123\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3195\" data-start=\"3123\" data-section-id=\"54ld19\"\u003eOther carefully selected Tanganyikan species in properly sized tanks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3261\" data-start=\"3196\" data-section-id=\"vjkj9r\"\u003ePeaceful upper-level fish only in larger, well-planned setups\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3318\" data-start=\"3262\" data-section-id=\"v89k7p\"\u003eSpecies-only colony setups are often the best choice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3326\" data-start=\"3320\"\u003eAvoid:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"3511\" data-start=\"3328\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3357\" data-start=\"3328\" data-section-id=\"fgu0x6\"\u003eLarge aggressive cichlids\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3412\" data-start=\"3358\" data-section-id=\"15swzqx\"\u003eFish that constantly invade the bottom of the tank\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3449\" data-start=\"3413\" data-section-id=\"8aaoz0\"\u003eBoisterous fish that stress them\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3511\" data-start=\"3450\" data-section-id=\"1b86itg\"\u003eBottom dwellers that will compete for shells or territory\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"3524\" data-start=\"3513\" data-section-id=\"1tvu7dw\"\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3670\" data-start=\"3526\"\u003eNeolamprologus similis thrive on a varied diet. A rotation of quality foods helps support color, growth, breeding condition, and overall health.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3690\" data-start=\"3672\"\u003eRecommended foods:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"3868\" data-start=\"3692\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3733\" data-start=\"3692\" data-section-id=\"1ce0q2b\"\u003eHigh-quality small pellets and flakes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3799\" data-start=\"3734\" data-section-id=\"z306q3\"\u003eFrozen foods (brine shrimp, mysis, finely sized frozen foods)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3868\" data-start=\"3800\" data-section-id=\"1lchv5l\"\u003eLive foods (optional, but excellent for conditioning and growth)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"3919\" data-start=\"3870\" data-section-id=\"1etdt5z\"\u003eWhat You’re Getting from Legacy Line Aquatics\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4083\" data-start=\"3921\"\u003eWhen you purchase from me, you’re getting fish that were bred and raised in-house, not mass-imported and flipped. I take a small-scale approach so I can focus on:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"4284\" data-start=\"4085\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"4100\" data-start=\"4085\" data-section-id=\"fd0v8g\"\u003eFish health\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"4118\" data-start=\"4101\" data-section-id=\"1dkkm8r\"\u003eClean systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"4266\" data-start=\"4119\" data-section-id=\"1p95w5o\"\u003eProper feeding, mixture of high-quality pellets\/flakes, live baby brine shrimp, frozen bloodworms, frozen brine shrimp, and other quality foods\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"4284\" data-start=\"4267\" data-section-id=\"ebrbit\"\u003eParasite free\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4325\" data-start=\"4286\"\u003eThat matters, especially with cichlids.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"4345\" data-start=\"4327\" data-section-id=\"wkxr07\"\u003eLocal Delivery\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"4510\" data-start=\"4347\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"4433\" data-start=\"4347\" data-section-id=\"1qd6l8q\"\u003eDelivery is available within an 80-mile maximum distance from Owensboro, Kentucky.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"4481\" data-start=\"4434\" data-section-id=\"7d8wd0\"\u003e$150 minimum order is required for delivery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"4510\" data-start=\"4482\" data-section-id=\"1r28ipv\"\u003e$25 delivery fee applies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"4529\" data-start=\"4512\" data-section-id=\"10cbbru\"\u003eLocal Meet-Up\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"4715\" data-start=\"4531\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"4562\" data-start=\"4531\" data-section-id=\"1774szd\"\u003eLocal meet-up is available.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"4652\" data-start=\"4563\" data-section-id=\"3h6k80\"\u003eAfter order we will contact you by email, or through Facebook or Instagram Messenger.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"4715\" data-start=\"4653\" data-section-id=\"oj3jrn\"\u003eWe will arrange a date, time, and public location to meet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"4744\" data-start=\"4717\" data-section-id=\"gwsrx3\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Live Arrival\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4903\" data-start=\"4746\"\u003eLive fish are shipped Monday–Wednesday (weather permitting) to reduce transit risk. 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