Brichardi Cichlid (Fairy Cichlid) — 6 Pack, Tank Raised

You will receive 6 unsexed Neolamprologus brichardi (Fairy Cichlid), tank raised in our fish room at FreshwaterFinds. These are not sexed — you'll receive a mixed group of juveniles.

The Fairy Cichlid is one of the most fascinating African cichlids available, known for its elegant flowing fins, lyre-shaped tail, and unique colony breeding behavior where the whole group helps raise fry together.

Key Features

• 6 unsexed juveniles per order
• Tank raised — hobbyist bred at FreshwaterFinds
• Elegant lyre-shaped tail and long flowing fins
• Colony breeders — fascinating group behavior
• Hardy once established in the right setup

Species Information

• Scientific Name: Neolamprologus brichardi
• Common Name: Fairy Cichlid / Princess of Burundi
• Origin: Lake Tanganyika (tank bred)
• Adult Size: 3–4"
• Temperament: Semi-aggressive — best in Tanganyika setups
• Tank Size: 30+ gallons

Water Parameters

• Temperature: 75–82°F
• pH: 7.5–8.8 (hard, alkaline, high mineral content)

Recommended Setup

Lake Tanganyika style aquarium with plenty of rock structures and caves. Best kept in colonies or groups.

Shipping & Live Arrival

Ship days: Next Day Air ships Monday–Wednesday. 2nd Day Air ships Monday and Tuesday only. Fish are fasted before packing, individually bagged in treated water, double bagged with 100% oxygen, and shipped in an insulated foam box with heat or cold packs as needed.

Live Arrival Guarantee applies to Next Day Air shipping only. We cannot guarantee live arrival on any other service — our fish are packed well, but delays on slower services are outside our control. If there is a problem, message us within 2 hours of delivery with clear photos. Returns are not accepted on live animals.