Princess Cichlid - Albino

Princess Cichlids are pairing fish. The Princess Cichlid Albino, also known as Neolamprologus brichardi "Albino", is a striking and peaceful variant of the classic Princess of Burundi cichlid. It is a freshwater, tropical species native to Lake Tanganyika in East Africa. Despite its delicate appearance, this fish is quite hardy and ideal for intermediate aquarists who want to explore Tanganyikan cichlids. This is the albino princess cichlid variation. Needs several hiding places (caves). Best kept in a small group with 6 or more. Juveniles up to 2.5 cm help guard younger siblings.  We at Coburg Aquarium stock a huge selection of aquarium fish online.   Features of Princess Cichlids: Pale White Body: The Albino Princess Cichlid has a striking pale white or cream-colored body, often with a slightly translucent appearance. Red or Pink Eyes: Their eyes are typically bright red or pink, which is a distinct feature of their albino coloration. Dorsal Fin: The dorsal fin is tall and elongated, often displaying soft, flowing fins with a slight pinkish or reddish tint. Body Shape: They have a slender, streamlined body, characteristic of many cichlid species, with a smooth and graceful profile. Fins and Tail: The fins and tail are semi-transparent with subtle pink or red accents, enhancing their overall delicate appearance   The Best Aquarium Size for Princess Cichlid: Princess cichlids are schooling fish. For a species only tank, a minimum of 75 litres is suggested. However, a larger tank of 200L or more would be required if mixing with other species. After an Aquarium for your Cichlid? Browse bigger  Aquarium Tank Selection here.   Tank Mate Compatibility: Princess cichlids can be kept in spacious aquariums with other medium-sized species, such as Julidochromis ornatus. However, it is preferable to keep them in a single-species group in a dedicated aquarium. Other good tankmates for Princess cichlids are Sardine Cichlid  Cyprichromis leptosoma  Goby Cichlids  Julidochromis  Tropheus  Coburg Aquarium, specialised in different species of live fish.   Feeding : A quality cichlid pellet, cichlid flakes that sinks to the bottom of the tank should be the foundation of their diet along with supplements of meat and vegetables. Live insects that sink to the bottom are also good, as are live or frozen cichlid food,  brine shrimp and Daphnia, or common water fleas. Check out our High Quality Fish Foods designed for Cichlid   Princess Cichlid Fish Tank Setup: Aquarium Filtration Filters are preferable. These fish can take a decent current, so almost any filtration system will work. Heater These tropical fish will need warmer water, so a heater is desirable in winter. A thermometer is also recommended to ensure the temperature is correct.  Lighting Artificial lighting is recommended, cichlids may like a system that dims or can be customized to match their native habitat. Plants for Cichlid Live plants are a great idea. You should choose only hardy plants because cichlids have a habit of digging and disturbing foliage. Cryptocoryne Java Moss  Round Leaf Ludy Gold Pennywort Narrow Lugwida Vallisneria Anubias Double Assorted Anubias Driftwood Interested in Live Plants for your aquariums? Click here to see more Fish Live Plant  Decorations for Cichlid Silk Plants, large rocks, caves, and hollow decorations are good choices. And don’t forget the driftwood, They love driftwood. The more elaborate your setup, the better! Aqua Dekore Silk plants  Aqua One Ornaments Collections Kazoo ornaments collections After more nice quality decorations?  Check our Aquarium Ornaments. Substrate Sandy, or rocky substrate Kirby Sand Kirby Pebbles A variety of Substrates are available at Coburg Aquarium.