Lemon Cichlid

Neolamprologus leleupi

Also known as: Leleupi

A vivid solid-yellow Tanganyikan cichlid that lives among the rocks.

Water

Freshwater

Temperature

76–82°F

pH

7.8–9

Hardness

10–25 dGH

Max size

4 in

Min tank

30 gal

Temperament

Semi-aggressive

Social

Pairs

Swim level

Mid-bottom

Diet

Carnivore

Care level

Intermediate

Lifespan

8-10 years

Breeding

Cave spawner

Suitability

Common

Origin

Lake Tanganyika (Africa)

A striking lemon-yellow fish that claims a rocky territory and defends it. Keep as a pair with caves and crevices in hard, alkaline water. Beautiful against dark rockwork.