Scientific Name(s): Neolamprologus leleupi

Common Name(s): Lemon Cichlid, Leleupi, Lemon Lamprologus

Family: Cichlidae

Species Type: African Cichlids, Lake Tanganyika

Maximum Size: 4.5 inches

Life Span: 9 years

Natural Habitat: East African Lake Tanganyika

Minimum Tank Size: 29 gallons

Tank Region: Middle to bottom of tank.

Possible Tank Mates: Other Tanganyika cichlids

Breeding Information: As these are monogamous fish, which do not readily form pair bonds, the method of raising a half dozen, or more juvenile to maturity and allowing them to pair off is recommended.

Sexing Information: Males and females of similar ages may display size disparity (the male being the larger of the two). Males may get a rudimentary version of the nuchal hump displayed by many of the larger cichlids. Females may exhibit more of a slope in their forehead as well as a rounded pelvic fin.

Diet: Omnivorous - Live; crustaceans, insect larvae, aquatic insects; large flakes; pellets. This fish must be fed a varied diet to bring out its beautiful colors.

Temperment: Generally peaceful but may become territorially aggressive while spawning.

Common Diseases: None specific to species