🐠 Neolamprologus leleupi – Yellow Leleupi Cichlid

Scientific Name: Neolamprologus leleupi
Common Name: Yellow Leleupi, Lemon Cichlid
Origin: Lake Tanganyika, Africa

🧬 Care Level: Intermediate

📏 Size: Up to 4 inches

🌡️ Temperature: 75–81°F (24–27°C)

💧 pH: 7.8–9.0

💠 Hardness: 10–20 dGH

🐟 Tank Size: Minimum 20–30 gallons

🍽️ Diet: Carnivore – high-quality pellets, frozen or live foods (e.g., brine shrimp, mysis)

🤝 Temperament: Semi-aggressive; territorial, especially when breeding

🪨 Habitat: Rocky setup with caves and hiding spots; sand or fine gravel substrate

⚠️ Special Notes:

• Best kept with other Tanganyikan cichlids or in species-specific tanks
• Avoid mixing with very passive or overly aggressive fish
• Bright yellow color intensifies with proper diet and low stress
• Breeding pairs can be very protective; offer multiple rock caves