Julidochromis is a genus of cichlids in the subfamily Pseudocrenilabrinae. They are commonly called julies and are endemic to Lake Tanganyika in eastern Africa. [1][2] This genus includes six formally …

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.

Sep 9, 2025 · Discover Julidochromis in the wild and in your aquarium, learn about their habitat, behavior and care requirements for a thriving tank.

In this video, I walk through everything you need to know about all six Julidochromis species — making this your complete Julidochromis care and breeding guide.

Julidochromis is a genus of cichlids in the subfamily Pseudocrenilabrinae and belong to the family Cichlidae. They originate from Lake Tanganyika in Eastern Africa. This genus contains six formally …

Oct 3, 2024 · The Masked Julie (Julidochromis transcriptus) is native to the rocky shorelines of Lake Tanganyika in Africa. This natural habitat is characterized by high water hardness and alkaline …

The Julidochromis group is a collection of African dwarf cichlids endemic to Lake Tanganyika. Julidochromis cichlids are affectionately referred to as “Julies” and are very popular among aquarists.

Endemic to Lake Tanganyika, there are currently 6 described species of Julidochromis, or “Julies”, with many regional variants of unknown status. They all live in rocky zones near the shore, where they …

Julies (genus Julidochromis) are a remarkable group of freshwater fish known for their stunning colors and intricate behaviors. Native to Africa’s Lake Tanganyika, these fish exhibit fascinating …

At least one representative of the Julidochromis genus is found almost everywhere around Lake Tanganyika — as long as the site includes rocks. Not only are they ubiquitous, but females can be …