Species profile
Julidochromis Transcriptus
Julidochromis transcriptusJulidochromis Transcriptus (Julidochromis transcriptus) is a community species for a cycled 30+ gallon freshwater aquarium. Plan for about 3 inches as an adult, 75-80°F water, pH 7.8-8.8, and moderate care. Match tankmates by water range, adult size, activity level, and feeding needs.
Community leaningModerate care
30 galMinimum tank
3 inAdult size
1Schooling minimum
75-80°FTemperature
Water Range
- pH
- 7.8-8.8
- GH
- 10-25 dGH
- KH
- 8-18 dKH
Behavior
- Temperament
- Moderate
- Fin nipping
- 0/5
- Territory
- 3/5
Diet and Care
- Diet
- carnivore/omnivore
- Diet difficulty
- 2/5
- Care difficulty
- 3/5
Planning Notes
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