Julidochromis are commonly known as "Julies" in the hobby. This is the smallest Julie and is a good beginner's species. As with other Julies, large water changes should be avoided as this can cause mated pairs to turn on one another. Juveniles of this species may be confused with J. marleri but can be distinguished by the presence of only 2 rows of white spots, as opposed to the 3 rows exhibited by marlieri.

Several geographical morphs of this species are available, of which th…

Julidochromis are commonly known as "Julies" in the hobby. Despite being the largest species of Julie this is actually the least aggressive member of the genus. As with other Julies, large water changes should be avoided as it can cause mated pairs to turn on one another.

J.regani may also be seen for sale labelled as Striped Julie or Convict Julie. Several geographical morphs are available. Apparently, the yellower of these are found in shallower water with the darker forms inhabit…

Julidochromis are commonly known as "Julies" in the hobby. This is one of the most common Julie species encountered in aquaria and may also be sold as the Yellow or Ornate Julie. The majority of specimens available are tank bred and do not exhibit as bright colouration as wild fish. As with other Julies, large water changes should be avoided as this can cause mated pairs to turn on one another.

Several geographical morphs of this species are available, as is an aquarium sport albino…

Julidochromis are commonly known as "Julies" in the hobby. This particular species may also be seen for sale as the Chequered Julie. A truly characterful cichlid exhibiting quirky behaviour, it will swim hugging the rock surfaces no matter what the angle is. As with other Julies, large water changes should be avoided as this can cause mated pairs to turn on one another.
Several geographical morphs are available. However, no two species or morphs of Julidochromis should be kept togethe…

Julidochromis are commonly known as "Julies" in the hobby. As with other Julies, large water changes should be avoided as this can cause mated pairs to turn on one another.

There is some speculation as to whether this species has been placed in the correct genus. It has a different shape to other Julidochromis, having a pointed snout. It also exhibits different patterning, with blue edging to the dorsal and anal fins, and the horizontal stripes are very dark in colour. Furthermore i…