Julidochromis

Care at a glance

• Minimum tank 30 gallons for one established pair in a rocky setup. Larger species and communities need more room.
• Temperature 75–80°F (24–27°C)
• Water pH 7.8–9.0 · GH 10–20 dGH · stable, buffered water. Keep ammonia and nitrite at 0 ppm.

Tankmates and setup*

Rock-dwelling Lake Tanganyika cichlids. Provide separate rock piles and caves, and confirm the species before mixing with other territorial fish.

* Temperament varies by fish and setup.

Feeding

Offer bite-sized cichlid food and small frozen invertebrates.

Offer bite-sized pieces of Hikari Bio-Pure Frozen Brine Shrimp for variety if accepted.