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Microrasbora kubotai - Tropical Fish for Sale UK
22–26°C · pH 6–7.5 · 30L
£4.99
A striking, rock-dwelling Tanganyikan cichlid with bold stripes, fascinating pair-bonding behavior, and rewarding cave-spawning habits. Moderate care, semi-aggressive. 24-27C, pH 7.8-9.0.
Adult size is the maximum length this species reaches at full maturity (scientific sources). The fish you receive will be younger and smaller — pick a size variant above for the actual shipping size. Photos are AI-enhanced, so the live fish may show subtle colour or marking differences.
Julidochromis regani
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A striking, rock-dwelling Tanganyikan cichlid with bold stripes, fascinating pair-bonding behavior, and rewarding cave-spawning habits. Moderate care, semi-aggressive. 24-27C, pH 7.8-9.0.
Adult size is the maximum length this species reaches at full maturity (scientific sources). The fish you receive will be younger and smaller — pick a size variant above for the actual shipping size. Photos are AI-enhanced, so the live fish may show subtle colour or marking differences.
Maintain these water conditions for optimal health and vibrant colors
The Striped Julie, scientifically known as Julidochromis regani, is a striking, rock-dwelling Tanganyikan cichlid with bold stripes, fascinating pair-bonding behaviour, and rewarding cave-spawning habits. Available for freshwater fish for sale UK, this species reaches up to 4.5cm in length and requires a tank of at least 75 litres. Endemic to Lake Tanganyika, the Striped Julie is an excellent choice for aquarists seeking rare cichlids UK with engaging behaviour.
A striking cichlid with bold horizontal black and white stripes running the length of the body. The body is elongated and streamlined. Males and females display similar coloration.
Endemic to Lake Tanganyika, East Africa. Found in Burundi, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Tanzania, and Zambia. Inhabits rocky shorelines and crevices.
A minimum tank size of 75 litres is suitable. Use fine sand substrate, create a rocky aquascape with caves and crevices. Filtration must be excellent. Maintain hard, alkaline water (pH 7.8-9.0).
Primarily carnivorous. Offer quality cichlid pellets/granules, frozen or live foods such as brine shrimp, mysis, daphnia, and finely chopped meaty foods. Feed small portions.
Forms monogamous pairs. Cave-spawner that guards eggs and fry closely. Territorial around breeding caves.
Suitable: other Tanganyikan cichlids of similar size and temperament, Tanganyikan catfish such as Synodontis species, non-aggressive rock-dwelling species from Lake Tanganyika. Avoid small peaceful fish, highly aggressive cichlids, fin-nipping species, fish requiring soft, acidic water, and overly territorial bottom-dwellers in small tanks.
Cave-spawning cichlid that forms monogamous pairs. Eggs are laid in crevices or caves and are guarded closely by the parents. Fry can be raised on very small live or prepared foods.
Tropical Fish Co offers healthy Striped Julies with expert guidance on Tanganyika cichlids for sale care. With secure packaging and reliable delivery, we make it easy to buy African cichlids for sale UK with confidence.
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