Julidochromis marksmithi
Aquarist: swells
Species: Julidochromis marksmithi
Photo by: Craig Storms
Description
One of the more recently described 'Julies' from Lake Tanganyika, previously known as 'Regani Kipili' as the species is only found along the Tanzanian coast near Kipili. This is a very colorful fish featuring strong yellow and black longitudinal stripes and blue highlights along their fins.
Category: Cichlids
Global Region: Africa
Distribution: Lake Tanganyika near Kipili, Tanzania
CARES Status: Near Threatened
Aquarist Notes
Collection Point: Kipili
Genetic Line: Aquarium Strain
Year Acquired: 2024
At present (Nov 2024) I have three juvenile specimens. I acquired five, which I quarantined together in a 20g long. Two of the five died within a month of acquisition (Oct). I think this was due to aggression. All five were (and are) too young to sex.