Lemon Cichlid (Neolamprologus leleupi)

Fish in the family Cichlidae. Moderate care. Freshwater.

Quick facts

Scientific nameNeolamprologus leleupi

FamilyCichlidae

Also known asLeleupi, Lemon Cichlid, Gold Leleupi

Care levelModerate

Reef safetyFreshwater

TemperamentSemi Aggressive

DietCarnivore

Adult size4 in

Minimum tank size30 gallons

Water parametersTemp 76-82°F, pH 8.0-9.0, GH 10-20 dGH

Appearance

Brilliant solid lemon-yellow to orange elongated body, the boldest single-color Tanganyikan; color intensity depends on diet and locality.

Difficulty and care for the Lemon Cichlid

Moderate

Origin and habitat

Lake Tanganyika, Africa

Keeper notes

Territorial around caves, especially in pairs; otherwise reasonably peaceful with dissimilar tankmates.

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