Fin's Fish Guide
The Marlier's julie (Julidochromis marlieri) is a freshwater fish of the family Cichlidae that grows up to 13 cm.
Description
Marlier's julie is a rock-dwelling cichlid endemic to Lake Tanganyika in East Africa. The species grows to about 13 cm and has an elongate, pale body with a striking black, checkered network pattern. They are typical rock dwellers that never come to the surface or far into open water, staying among rock crevices. They graze aufwuchs: algae and small invertebrates living on the rocks. The species is hardy, peaceful and forms monogamous pairs that lay and guard their brood in crevices and caves. Marlier's julie is popular in the aquarium.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Marlier's julie?
The Marlier's julie has an elongate, eel-like body, is mainly white and shows a marbled pattern. Black chequered network pattern; rock-dweller that forms monogamous pairs and guards the brood in crevices.
Where does the Marlier's julie live?
The Marlier's julie lives in fresh water and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom. Endemic to Lake Tanganyika in East Africa; rocky shore zones.
How big does the Marlier's julie get?
The Marlier's julie grows to a maximum of about 13 cm.
Is the Marlier's julie dangerous to humans?
No, the Marlier's julie is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Marlier's julie edible?
The Marlier's julie is not usually eaten.
More photos
Want the complete picture on the Marlier's julie?
Point your camera at the fish and Fin names the species in seconds. Free, and the Marlier's julie is one of 12,519 species in the app.
Or scan with your phone
All data
Identification
Appearance
Habitat & distribution
Behaviour & biology
For anglers
Safety
Status & sources
Same genus Julidochromis
More from the family Cichlidae
Want the complete picture on the Marlier's julie?
Point your camera at the fish and Fin names the species in seconds. Free, and the Marlier's julie is one of 12,519 species in the app.
Or scan with your phone