Leleupi Cichlid

GPTKB entity

Statements (51)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:concert_tour
gptkbp:bfsLayer 5
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Neolamprologus_leleupi
gptkbp:age 6-12 months
gptkbp:average_temperature 24-28° C
gptkbp:behavior Territorial
Can be aggressive towards own species
gptkbp:breeding_season Moderate
Year-round in captivity
Maternal mouthbrooder
Forms pairs during breeding
High in suitable conditions
gptkbp:care_instructions Fry are free-swimming after 3-4 days
1-2 cm at hatching
gptkbp:character_traits Curious and active
gptkbp:color gptkb:Yellow
Bright yellow with dark spots
Some may have blue or green hues
gptkbp:common_name gptkb:Leleupi_Cichlid
gptkbp:conservation_status Not evaluated
gptkbp:dam Soft, slightly acidic water
gptkbp:diet gptkb:product
gptkbp:difficulty 2-12 d GH
gptkbp:distribution Endemic to Africa
gptkbp:egg_color Lay eggs on flat surfaces
gptkbp:family gptkb:Cichlidae
gptkbp:foraging_behavior 2-3 times a day
gptkbp:fruit_type Pellets, flakes, and live food
gptkbp:fuel_capacity Regular water changes required
Minimum 75 gallons
Rocky caves and hiding spots
Minimum 30 gallons for breeding
gptkbp:genus gptkb:Lamprologus
gptkbp:habitat Freshwater
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Leleupi Cichlid
gptkbp:level 6.5-7.5
gptkbp:lifespan Up to 10 years
gptkbp:mating_system Males display to attract females
gptkbp:native_to gptkb:Lake_Tanganyika
gptkbp:parent Both parents guard the fry
gptkbp:related_species Lamprologus ocellatus
gptkbp:scientific_name Lamprologus leleupi
gptkbp:size Up to 10 cm
gptkbp:social_structure Can be kept in groups
gptkbp:tactics Moderate to high
gptkbp:tank_mates Best with non-aggressive species
Compatible with similar-sized cichlids
gptkbp:threats Habitat loss
gptkbp:traded_on Moderate
Cichlid tank
Minimal, prefer open swimming space