Moderate
Golden Julie (Julidochromis ornatus)
24–27°C · pH 7.8–9 · 80L
£12.99
A Lake Tanganyika rock-dwelling Julie cichlid for hard alkaline aquariums with cave territories, pair behaviour and secure rockwork.
Care at a Glance
Scientific Name
Julidochromis marlieri
Max Adult Size
up to 13 cm
Lifespan
8 years
Care Level
Moderate
Temperament
Semi-aggressive
Temperature
24–27°C
pH Range
7.5–9
Hardness
10–20 dGH
Minimum Tank
150L
Diet
Omnivore; cichlid pellets, frozen foods
Adult size is the maximum length this species reaches at full maturity (scientific sources). The livestock you receive will be younger and smaller — pick a size variant above for the actual shipping size. Product-photo provenance and any image-specific limitations are stated on the listing.
Julidochromis marlieri
Marlier's Julie (Julidochromis marlieri)
Moderate Care
Semi-Aggressive
£8.99
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A Lake Tanganyika rock-dwelling Julie cichlid for hard alkaline aquariums with cave territories, pair behaviour and secure rockwork.
Care at a Glance
Scientific Name
Julidochromis marlieri
Max Adult Size
up to 13 cm
Lifespan
8 years
Care Level
Moderate
Temperament
Semi-aggressive
Temperature
24–27°C
pH Range
7.5–9
Hardness
10–20 dGH
Minimum Tank
150L
Diet
Omnivore; cichlid pellets, frozen foods
Adult size is the maximum length this species reaches at full maturity (scientific sources). The livestock you receive will be younger and smaller — pick a size variant above for the actual shipping size. Product-photo provenance and any image-specific limitations are stated on the listing.
Full Care Guide
Cichlids: Types, Care & Tank Planning
Cichlids are a family of roughly 1,800 accepted species, not one care type. Before buying, identify the exact species and source, then compare adult measurement, usable tank dimensions, social system, territory, tested water, diet and an exit plan. No family-wide minimum tank, water range or tank-mate list is safe.
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Water Parameters
Maintain these water conditions for optimal health and vibrant colors
Temperature
24–27°C
24°CIdeal27°C
pH Level
7.5–9
7.5Ideal9
Water Hardness
10–20 dGH
10 dGHIdeal20 dGH
Marlier's Julie overview
Marlier's Julie (Julidochromis marlieri) is a Lake Tanganyika rock cichlid, also known as Spotted Julie or Chequered Julie.
Quick facts
| Adult size | Up to about 13 cm total length |
|---|---|
| Minimum aquarium | 150 litres or more for a pair and rock territories |
| Water | 22-25°C, pH 7.5-9.0, hard alkaline water |
| Diet | Omnivore; quality cichlid pellets and frozen foods |
| Temperament | Territorial around caves and breeding sites |
Care notes
Build stable rockwork with caves, crevices and broken sight lines. Pairs can be rewarding, but they need space to claim territory and should not be crowded with delicate community fish.
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Species facts
Published records for Julidochromis marlieri — useful when planning the aquarium around the adult fish rather than the size supplied. The wild range below is what FishBase lists; the care range on this listing (24–27 °C) is what we keep the fish at.
- Maximum recorded length: 13 cm (FishBase)
- Wild water temperature: 22–25 °C (FishBase)
- Wild pH: 7.5–9 (FishBase)
- Environment: Freshwater, demersal (FishBase)
- IUCN Red List: Least Concern (FishBase)
Keeping notes
Hardness 10–20 dGH. Typical lifespan around 8 years with stable water. Swims mainly in the bottom part of the aquarium. Recommended stocking: Pair.
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