Julidochromis ornatus (Julido Ornatus)

Adult size8 cm
Temperature25 - 27 °C
pH7.5 - 8.2
Minimum aquarium capacity (in liters)100 L

Description

It has the body yellow with dark colored horizontal stripes.

Julidochromis Ornatus is a freshwater fish that belongs to the cichlid family. He is from the Tanganyika and Malawi lakes in Africa. The Julidochromis Ornatus is a small fish, measuring about 6 centimeters in length. It has a rounded and compressed shape, with a caudal fin fin.

The Julidochromis Ornatus has a silver gray body with black and white spots along its sides. His head and back are covered with black dots, and he has a black line that runs along his spine. Its dorsal fin is black with white spots, while its anal fin is white with black spots.

Julidochromis Ornatus is a gregarious fish, which means that he likes to live in a group. It is also territorial and can become aggressive towards other fish if it feels threatened. Julidochromis Ornatus are also known to be very protective towards their eggs and their young.

Julidochromis Ornatus has simple food needs and is mainly nourished by small crustaceans, algae and aquatic plants. It is recommended to nourish it with a variety of living and dried food to ensure a balanced diet.

In general, the Julidochromis Ornatus is an easy -to -maintain fish, but it needs a well planted aquarium and quality water to feel good. It is important to maintain clean aquarium water by regularly making water changes and using a filter to remove waste.

Origin

  • FamilyCichlidae
  • OriginLake Tanganyika (Africa)

Characteristics

  • Adult size8 cm
  • BehaviourAggressive
  • FoodOmnivorous

Water parameters

  • Water typeFreshwater, hot
  • Temperature25 - 27 °C
  • pH7.5 - 8.2
  • Minimum aquarium capacity (in liters)100 L

Dimorphism

No difference apart from the genital taste buds in the male during the cost.

Reproduction

Lays in caves or fairly dark holes. The breeding of young people is not a problem.

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