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gptkbp:instance_of
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gptkb:species
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gptkbp:aquarium_trade
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requires hiding spots
requires stable water conditions
can be aggressive towards similar species
prefers open swimming areas
requires regular monitoring of parameters
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gptkbp:average_temperature
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24-28 ° C
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gptkbp:behavior
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forms pairs during breeding
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gptkbp:body_shape
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laterally compressed
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gptkbp:breeding_behavior
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males display to attract females
mouthbrooder
high in suitable conditions
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gptkbp:breeding_range
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reaches maturity at 6 months
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gptkbp:breeding_season
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year-round in optimal conditions
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gptkbp:care_instructions
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fry are free-swimming after 3 days
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gptkbp:class
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gptkb:Actinopterygii
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gptkbp:color
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can change color based on mood
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gptkbp:color_scheme
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striped or spotted patterns
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gptkbp:color_variation
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may vary based on environment
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gptkbp:coloration
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blue and yellow
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gptkbp:common_name
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gptkb:Similis_Cichlid
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gptkbp:community_aquarium
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can be kept in a species-specific tank.
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gptkbp:conservation_efforts
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monitored for habitat preservation
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gptkbp:conservation_status
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gptkb:Least_Concern
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gptkbp:cuisine
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pellets, flakes, and live food
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gptkbp:diet
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omnivore
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gptkbp:difficulty
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5-20 d GH
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gptkbp:family
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gptkb:Cichlidae
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gptkbp:fins
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soft-rayed fins
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gptkbp:first_described_by
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gptkb:L._A._M._van_der_Laan
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gptkbp:foraging_behavior
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2-3 times a day
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gptkbp:fuel_capacity
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minimum 100 liters
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gptkbp:genetic_studies
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subject of genetic diversity research
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gptkbp:genus
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gptkb:Neolamprologus
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gptkbp:habitat
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freshwater
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https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label
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Neolamprologus similis
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gptkbp:kingdom
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gptkb:Animalia
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gptkbp:lifespan
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up to 10 years in captivity
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gptkbp:lighting
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prefers subdued lighting
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gptkbp:mating_system
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males perform courtship dances
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gptkbp:native_to
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gptkb:Lake_Tanganyika
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gptkbp:nesting
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lay eggs on flat surfaces
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gptkbp:notable_work
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important for understanding cichlid evolution
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gptkbp:order
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gptkb:Perciformes
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gptkbp:p_hlevel
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7.5-9.0
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gptkbp:parent
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both parents guard the fry
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gptkbp:phylum
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gptkb:Chordata
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gptkbp:related_species
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gptkb:Neolamprologus_leleupi
gptkb:Neolamprologus_brichardi
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gptkbp:research_importance
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studied for behavior and ecology
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gptkbp:size
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up to 10 cm
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gptkbp:social_behavior
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territorial
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gptkbp:social_structure
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forms small groups in the wild
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gptkbp:tank_mates
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can coexist with other cichlids
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gptkbp:territory
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1-2 square meters
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gptkbp:water_quality
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requires regular water changes
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gptkbp:year
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gptkb:1980
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gptkbp:bfsParent
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gptkb:Cichlids
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gptkbp:bfsLayer
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5
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