Julidochromis marlieri Marlier's Julie 5cm
Julidochromis marlieri
Origin: Lake Tanganyika, Africa
Water Parameters
Quick Stats
- Max Size
- 13 cm
- Min Tank
- 80 L
- Lifespan
- 10-12
- Swimming Level
- Bottom-Mid
- Schooling
- No
- Diet
- Carnivore – cichlid pellets, frozen brine shrimp, cyclops
- Temperament
- Territorial with conspecifics; moderate with other Tanganyikans
About
Julidochromis marlieri is a graceful elongated cichlid from Lake Tanganyika with a beautiful chessboard-pattern of brown and white squares. It forms lasting monogamous pair bonds and spawns in rocky crevices. More tolerant than some of its cousins, it can be kept in smaller tanks and gets along reasonably well with other Tanganyikan species.
Care Guide
Keep as a pair or in a colony in at least 80 L for a pair. Provide many rocks and caves. Hard, alkaline water essential. Feed quality cichlid pellets, frozen brine shrimp, cyclops. Can be aggressive toward the same species; keep a single pair or a large group. Excellent parents — biparental care.
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