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	Scientific Name: Altolamprologus sp. "Compressiceps Shell" (Mbita)
	Pronunciation: l-t -l m-pr -l -g s
	Common Name(s): Sumbu Dwarf
	Habitat: Empty Shells
	Diet: Carnivore
	Gender Differences: Monomorphic
	Breeding: Shell Spawner
	Temperament: Mildly Aggressive
	Conspecific Temperament: Mildly Aggressive
	Maximum Size: 3"
	Temperature: 77 - 79°F
	pH: 8.6
	Water Hardness: Very Hard
	Difficulty: 2

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"Sumbu Dwarf" at Mbita ​

Photo Credit: Tim Nurse

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This fish eats insect larvae and small crustaceans in the wild. It is known to be a shy and relatively peaceful aquarium inhabitant.