Remarks: Most Neolamprologus leleupi strains are typically bright yellow, but some locations are darker gray or black, such as the Kavala Island location. While their typical coloration is gray, when dominant they turn solid black – a true sight to behold. They get along well with most similarly sized cichlids, like Julidochromis, Altolamprologus, and other Neolamprologus. Sexing can be difficult, and impossible when young, so groups should be purchased if the intention is to breed them.

Scientific Name: Neolamprologus leleupi “Kavala”

Common Name: Black Leleupi

Max Size: 4″

pH: 7.5-8.6

Hardness: Hard

Temperature: 70-82

Aggressiveness: Semi-Aggressive

Region of Origin: Lake Tanganyika, Africa

Captive Bred or Wild: Captive Bred

Diet: Flake or pellet, frozen and live food

Compatibility: Lake Tanganyikan cichlids

Tank Mate Options:

• Julidochromis marlieri
• Neolamprologus tretocephalus
• Synodontis multipunctatus