Description
Remarks: Julidochromis marlieri is a Tanganyikan cichlid that reaches 6″ in length, making it one of the larger “Julies.” They sport a torpedo-shaped body covered in a black checkerboard pattern. 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 marlieri
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Max Size: 6″
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
