Joka Cichlid (Tilapia joka)

Fish in the family Cichlidae. Moderate care. Freshwater.

Quick facts

Scientific nameTilapia joka

FamilyCichlidae

Also known asJoka, Coptodon joka, Slender Tilapia

Care levelModerate

Reef safetyFreshwater

TemperamentSemi Aggressive

DietOmnivore

Adult size6 in

Minimum tank size50 gallons

Water parametersTemp 73-80°F, pH 5.5-7.0, GH 2-8 dGH

Appearance

Striking soft-water tilapia with bold black vertical bars on a creamy to golden body and high-contrast finnage; one of the most attractive of the West African tilapiines.

Difficulty and care for the Joka Cichlid

Moderate

Origin and habitat

Sierra Leone, Liberia

Keeper notes

Relatively peaceful for a tilapiine; pairs become territorial when breeding. Will graze on and uproot soft plants. Best with sturdy decor.

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