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Julidochromis marlieri

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Marlier's Julie
Marlier's Julie
Species Julidochromis marlieri
Family Cichlidae
Difficulty Moderate
Min. Tank Size 170.344 liters
170,343.53 mL

45 US Gallons (170.3L)

Size 5.118 in

12-13 cm (4.7-5.1")

sg Freshwater
pH 7.5 - 9.0
Temp. 295.15 K
71.6 °F
531.27 °R

298.15 K
77 °F
536.67 °R
22 -25 °C (71.6-77°F)

Water Hardness

10-12 °d

Stocking Ratio 1:2 M:F
Availability Uncommon
Diet

Omnivore
Pellet Foods
Flake Foods
Other (See article)

Life Span

5-8 years

Habitat

Lake Tanganyika

Contents

[edit] Alternative names

Marlier's Julie, Checkerboard Juli

[edit] Sexing

Unknown

[edit] Tank compatibility

Top, Middle or Bottom feeder?

[edit] Diet

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[edit] Feeding regime

How often to feed, etc.

[edit] Environment Specifics

Sandy or fine gravel substrate is recommended. Rocks and cave like structure is must because of the hiding behaviour.

[edit] Behaviour

It is very aggressive toward other Julies. Becomes a little colourful when spawning approaches. Can kill little fish. Not very shy and very active.

[edit] Identification

How to id the animal.

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