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Black White Schlankcichlide ( Julidochromis transcriptus )

The black and white Schlankcichlide ( Julidochromis transcriptus ) is a cichlid from Africa, which was discovered in 1959 by Hubert Matthes.

Occurrence and habitat

Julidochromis transcriptus is endemic and inhabited the rocky shore of Lake Tanganyika. The water temperature is 24-26 ° C. In addition, the water is slightly alkaline (pH 7.5-8.0 ).

Features

The length of the fish is about 7 cm, making it the smallest member of its genus. The genital papilla of the male are larger in contrast to the females. However, the females can be larger and fuller.

Sexual behavior and breeding

The female lays only a few dozen eggs in a cave, whereupon the young hatch after a three-day incubation period. The juveniles stay long in the vicinity of the spawning place.

Attitude as an ornamental and farmed fish

The black and white Schlankcichlide is kept as ornamental fish. It should be ensured that there is enough space (about 50-100 l for a couple). In addition, the fish is aggressive towards other species, so he should not be kept in a community tank.