Regan's Julie (Julidochromis regani)

Fish in the family Cichlidae. Easy care. Freshwater.

Quick facts

Scientific nameJulidochromis regani

FamilyCichlidae

Also known asRegani, Convict Julie, Striped Julie

Care levelEasy

Reef safetyFreshwater

TemperamentSemi Aggressive

DietCarnivore

Adult size5.5 in

Minimum tank size30 gallons

Water parametersTemp 76-82°F, pH 8.0-9.0, GH 10-20 dGH

Appearance

Elongated cream body with four bold horizontal black stripes running its full length; the largest striped julie.

Difficulty and care for the Regan's Julie

Easy

Origin and habitat

Lake Tanganyika, Africa

Keeper notes

Larger julie with horizontal striping; territorial when breeding but tolerant of unlike tankmates.

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