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The Dickfeld's julie (Julidochromis dickfeldi) is a freshwater fish of the family Cichlidae that grows up to 11 cm.
Description
Dickfeld's julie is a small cichlid endemic to Lake Tanganyika in East Africa. The species grows to about 11 cm and has an elongate body with longitudinal stripes and bluish translucent fins. It lives on rocks and rubble and is very stationary and territorial: it stays within a fixed territory among crevices and cavities. As a bottom searcher it picks growth, algae and small invertebrates from the rocks. As a substrate spawner it lays its eggs in a crevice or cavity and the pair guards the brood. The species is popular in the aquarium and is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Dickfeld's julie?
The Dickfeld's julie has a torpedo-shaped body, is mainly brown and shows a horizontal stripes pattern. Longitudinal stripes and bluish translucent fins; highly site-faithful, territorial rock brooder.
Where does the Dickfeld's julie live?
The Dickfeld's julie lives in fresh water and is mostly found around mixed bottom. Endemic to Lake Tanganyika in East Africa; rocks and rubble.
How big does the Dickfeld's julie get?
The Dickfeld's julie grows to a maximum of about 11 cm.
Is the Dickfeld's julie dangerous to humans?
No, the Dickfeld's julie is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Dickfeld's julie edible?
The Dickfeld's julie is not usually eaten.
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Same genus Julidochromis
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