Lemon Cichlid

Lemon Cichlid

Neolamprologus leleupi

Also known as: Leleupi

💧 Freshwater ⚡ Semi-aggressive 🟡 Moderate 🥩 Carnivore

A vivid lemon-yellow Tanganyika cichlid that brings a splash of bright color to any rift lake setup. Slender and elegant.

Tank Size

20 gal
minimum (40+ preferred)

Temperature

76–82°F
24–28°C

pH Range

7.8–9
water acidity

Max Size

4"
10.2 cm

Lifespan

8–10 years
typical in captivity

Swim Level

Middle
preferred zone

Care Notes

Territorial, especially when breeding. Provide plenty of rockwork with caves. Best in Tanganyika community tanks.

Feeding

Frozen brine shrimp, mysis shrimp, small pellets, and flakes.

Compatible Tank Mates

None identified.

Use Caution With

Bloodfin Tetra 2" Buenos Aires Tetra 3" Red Eye Tetra 2.5" Giant Danio 4" Pearl Danio 2.5" Gold Pristella Tetra 1.8" Firemouth Cichlid 6" Blue Acara 6" Rainbow Cichlid 5" Sajica Cichlid 5" Nicaraguan Cichlid 10" Port Cichlid 6"

Incompatible With

Neon Tetra 1.5" Cardinal Tetra 2" Rummy Nose Tetra 2" Ember Tetra 0.8" Black Skirt Tetra 2.5" Serpae Tetra 1.75" Congo Tetra 3.5" Glowlight Tetra 1.5" Harlequin Rasbora 2" Chili Rasbora 0.7" Celestial Pearl Danio 1" Zebra Danio 2"

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