Description
Remarks: Julidochromis sp. ”Ornatus Kombe” (formally called Julidochromis transcriptus “Gombe” as a trade name)is a Tanganyikan cichlid that reaches 3″ in length, making it one of the smaller “Julies.” There is some debate over the true identity of this species, as it has been considered a variant of Julidochromis marlieri as well as simply Julidochromis sp. ”Ornatus Kombe”. Further analysis may reveal how it fits into the genus.
They sport a torpedo-shaped body covered in a black vertical stripe pattern, with a nice mask over their eyes. They inhabit rocky areas of the lake and can often be seen hovering upside-down below a rocky outcropping. Julies make for an excellent candidate for a breeder looking to try Tanganyikan cichlids, as they are cave spawners and tend to produce quite a few fry, which they raise for several weeks. Sexing is nearly impossible, so young groups should be kept together until they pair off.
Scientific Name: Julidochromis transcriptus ”Gombe”
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Max Size: 3″
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:
Neolamprologus leleupi
Neolamprologus tretocephalus
Synodontis multipunctatus
